Crime Science - Modern Technologies to Combat Crime

This book comprehensively examines the rapidly changing tactics and technologies used to combat crime.

List of contents

1. The Origins and Evolution of Crime Science
2. Surveillance Systems
3. Predictive Policing
4. Biometrics
5. Cybersecurity Tools
6. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
7. Forensic Technologies
8. Non-Lethal Weapons
9. Communication Technologies
10. Vehicle Technologies
11. Wearable Technology
12. Financial Investigation Tools
13. Inmate Monitoring and Management

About the author

is a criminologist and professor known for her research in criminal justice, particularly in areas related to crime trends, sentencing, and the effects of social policies on crime. She has published extensively on topics such as gun control, juvenile delinquency, and racial disparities in the criminal justice system. Stolzenberg is a faculty member at Florida International University (FIU) and has contributed significantly to the field through empirical studies that analyze crime patterns and policy effectiveness.
Stewart J. D'Alessio is a criminologist and professor at Florida International University (FIU), specializing in criminal justice research. His work focuses on crime trends, sentencing disparities, juvenile delinquency, and the impact of public policies on crime and justice outcomes. D'Alessio has co-authored numerous studies examining issues such as racial and ethnic disparities in the criminal justice system, gun violence, and the effects of pretrial detention. His research employs quantitative methodologies to analyze crime patterns and inform policy decisions.

Product details

• Authors: D'Alessio Stewart J., Stolzenberg Lisa
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 11.08.2025
• EAN: 9781032905396
• ISBN: 978-1-032-90539-6
• No. of pages: 152
• Weight: 453 g
• Series: Crime Science Series
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories; Sociology, LAW / Forensic Science, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Criminology, computer science, Forensic Science, Legal aspects of criminology, Police & security services, Ethical & social aspects of IT, Legal aspects of IT, Criminal justice law, Causes & Prevention Of Crime, Computer fraud & hacking, Police and security services, Causes and prevention of crime, Computer fraud and hacking, Criminology: legal aspects, Digital and information technologies: Legal aspects