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Written for criminal investigation courses and specifically sex crime investigation courses, this resource outlines the basic responsibilities of the first responders and highlights specific demands for investigators and prosecutors while addressing the nuances when dealing with specific types of offenders. Part of the Jones & Bartlett Learning Guides to Law Enforcement Investigation series, this book will help future law enforcement professionals better understand their role when investigating sexual assault crimes, improve clearance rates, increase rape and sexual assault reporting, and reduce the number of wrongful incarcerations. About the Series Jones & Bartlett Learning Guides to Law Enforcement Investigation series is designed for undergraduate and graduate-level criminal investigation courses and provides comprehensive and detailed information for instructors teaching the specialized topics. Crimes vary greatly by type and each crime category demands unique and specialized skills. The books in this series present the fundamental and necessary steps to accurately conduct an investigation specific to the crime type, such as sexual assault, child abduction, homicide, etc. Authored by leading educators and professionals, this series delivers comprehensive information on all aspects of criminal investigation related to the various types of crime and aims to educate and prepare students for careers in law enforcement, as well as reduce the number of wrongful incarcerations.