Science and Convictions

Science has come a long way in helping authorities catch the culprits. Other than relying on witness testimony, juries have looked to scientific facts that have been able to speak louder on a witness stand in order to convince them to convict or acquit a defendant.

Understanding Soft Body Armor

Many people are surprised when they handle soft body armor for the first time. In the first place it's not really all that soft but more importantly it is relatively flexible and lightweight and, as such, seems unlikely to be effective. How can cloth, which is essentially what this stuff is, stop anything, much less a bullet? Even more mystifying to the equation is that soft body armor cannot stop arrows or knives but it does stop the most common types of bullets!

Virginia Tech Killings - Was Seung-Hui Cho Depraved or Deprived?

Seung-Hui Cho is a Korean involved in the Virginia Tech Killings. Before condemning him, we should examine his case and determine his guilt and innocence impartially.

Prison Ministry - How Your Church Can Become Involved in a Jail and Prison Ministry

Christians can use their spiritual insight into human nature, and their distinct status as individuals, loved and forgiven by God, to bring the transforming message of the gospel to hurting often forgotten inmates.

David Berkowitz - the Son of Sam

David Berkowitz, America's notorious serial killer called himself ‘Son of Sam’. He confessed to six killings and wounding many others but police estimate his killings to be much more than six. He was born to Betty Broder and Joseph Klienman, with whom she had an affair while married to Tony Falco. David Berkowitz’s original name was Richard David Falco.

How to Grow a Soldier

The ingredients necessary to grow children into adults willing to do violence to other human beings. As a person with both behavior management expertise and over three decades in the martial arts, I may have a slightly different perspective than the average person does. Let's put a completely fictitious society together designed to increase violence in their children to the point where they are willing to kill other human beings.

Keep Your Kid Safe On The Internet! Law Enforcement Agencies And Citizen Groups

With the evolving laws that target internet crime, there are various law enforcement agencies and citizen groups who focus on internet predators who prey on minors. This article is about a citizen group called Perverted Justice.

College Safety- Know The Facts About College Safety

College is supposed to be one of the best times in a person's life. With so much to learn and experience, it's easy to get caught up in the fun and excitement. But what about safety? Though they might seem self-contained and cozy, college campuses aren’t isolated from crime.

Why it is Difficult to Earn RESPECT

A young man kills another because he felt he was 'disrespected' but respect is a word which is highly misunderstood. That could explain why many people believe they are denied it.

How are Fingerprints Obtained From a Crime Scene?

Fingerprints left at crime scenes can be uncovered using several different methods. One of the most popular methods uses various adhering powders that are attracted to the oils present in fresh fingerprints. The fingerprint is made visible because the powder sticks to the oil imprint of the lines and ridges, forming the fingerprint. Another method for discovering fingerprints involves using either superglue, or Cyano-Acrylate, that vaporize when heated and the smoke attaches to the fingerprint in order to leave a visible white print.

Gateway Drugs On The Rise In Charlotte Schools

Charlotte, North Carolina has a reputation as an affluent banking community where southern hospitality still exits, and a gentile lifestyle pervade. Of course, Charlotte Schools are also trying to educate one of the larger city populations in the country. So it depends on who you ask whether or not a recent report on increased drug use among school age children in Charlotte Schools is a shock or not.

Crimes Against Our Most Vulnerable People

Crimes against our elderly citizens.

Medical Examiner or Coroner - What's the Difference?

In this article, I will attempt to explain the differences between a medical examiner and a coroner. I will also discuss what each of their job duties entails.

Origin of the NCIS

The Naval Criminal Investigative Service was formed in 1882, when it was part of the Office of Naval Intelligence. Primarily charged with counter-intelligence missions, it was always largely civilian, though with some naval personnel.