Forensic Investigation of Clandestine Laboratories

The second edition of "Forensic Investigation of Clandestine Laboratories" is updated to address the forensic investigation of clandestine laboratories, which are a global threat. The book covers the simple equipment, household chemical products, and basic education used in these operations, as well as the increased use of homemade explosive mixtures by terrorists. It provides guidelines for recognizing a clandestine lab, processing the site, analyzing collected evidence, and presenting opinions in a written report or military briefing. The book is an invaluable resource for chemistry lab technicians, forensic investigators, fire and first responder professionals, military personnel, police investigative agencies, and narcotics units, as well as lawyers trying cases involving clandestine labs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 466 pages
Publication date: 17 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Forensic Investigation of Clandestine Laboratories, Second Edition, is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource that addresses all aspects of the forensic investigation of clandestine laboratories. While the first edition primarily focused on the domestic manufacture of contraband substances, this edition expands its scope to encompass the clandestine manufacture of explosives, which has become a global threat.

In clandestine laboratory operations, equipment is often simple, household chemical products are utilized, and the operators' education is often basic. In fact, most of the time, these elements individually are perfectly legal to sell and possess. However, the combination of all these elements creates the setting for illicit activity and criminal operations.

In response to the increasing use of homemade explosive mixtures by terrorists, both domestically and internationally, the section on clandestine manufacture of explosives has been significantly enhanced. The topics are presented in a manner that is detailed yet does not compromise the tactics, techniques, or procedures utilized by law enforcement and military personnel in their fight against the clandestine manufacture of contraband substances and the battle against domestic and international terrorism.

Key features of the book include:

• Examines tell-tale signs to look for in recognizing a clandestine lab
• Outlines how to safely process the site of a clandestine lab
• Details how to analyze collected evidence in the examination laboratory
• Provides guidelines as to what to derive from the physical evidence
• Offers specific tactics to effectively present the opinions associated with evidence that has been collected during the investigation in a written report, military-style briefing, or to a jury in a legal proceeding.

This second edition of Forensic Investigation of Clandestine Laboratories is an invaluable tool for law enforcement, military personnel, and forensic scientists who are tasked with investigating and combating clandestine laboratory operations. It provides a comprehensive and detailed approach to the forensic investigation of these complex and dangerous environments, ensuring that practitioners have the knowledge and skills necessary to protect public safety and secure the evidence needed for successful prosecutions.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032272849
Edition number: 2 ed