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Articlesby Devallis RutledgeJanuary 1, 2007

The Lawful Use of Deception

It might be nice if law enforcement officers never had to lie to a criminal suspect in order to solve a crime. In fact, some police advisors do suggest to officers that they should never mislead a suspect. Unfortunately, the reality is otherwise.

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Articlesby Ramesh NybergJanuary 1, 2007

The Moonberry Pond Murder

James Mixon was a drunk. In life a drunk is a pretty predictable person. They get people angry, frustrated, and fed up; they get kicked out of the places they live, and get in trouble. James Mixon was no different.

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Articlesby Devallis RutledgeDecember 1, 2006

Preserving and Disclosing Evidence

Most law enforcement officers are familiar with the term “Brady error.” But what exactly does the Brady rule cover, and what obligation does it impose on police? Under the Brady line of cases, when must officers preserve evidence, and what must be revealed to the prosecutor? These questions have been answered in a series of opinions from the U.S. Supreme Court.

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ProductsNovember 1, 2006

MultiVision USA Oblique Imagery Software

MultiVision USA utilizes an advanced aerial imaging system to acquire high-resolution oblique imagery to provide multi-perspective and 3D viewing and modeling capabilities. MultiVision software provides onscreen tools to measure vertical and horizontal structures, such as building facades, backyard patios, and terrain features, from any angle or direction in the imagery.

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ProductsOctober 1, 2006

ZipWall Caution Tape Reel

ZipWall’s new Caution Tape Reel and spring-loaded poles turn standard caution tape into a custom barricade. Simply position ZipWall’s poles along the desired perimeter and thread the Caution Tape Reel along the poles, locking the tape into place on the poles at either end of the barricade.

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Articlesby Devallis RutledgeOctober 1, 2006

Miranda Wording

When custodial interrogation is imminent and it's time to give the suspect a Miranda warning, what exactly do you have to say? The answer is, nothing exactly. The U.S. Supreme Court, which created the necessity of a warning of rights and a waiver as prerequisites to the prosecutorial use of a statement obtained through custodial interrogation, has never held that any precise wording is required.

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Newsby Staff WriterSeptember 1, 2006

Rotting Body Discovered During Filming for TV Show

Life imitated art for hit forensic investigation drama CSI: New York when a real mummified corpse was found in the building where an episode was being filmed.

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ProductsSeptember 1, 2006

The CAD Zone Crash Zone/Crime Zone Software 8.0

Version 8.0 of The CAD Zone’s Crash Zone and Crime Zone diagramming software for crash and crime scene investigation has improved forensic mapping and 3D capabilities. The new version can quickly perform a skid analysis, pose bodies in 3D so they appear in your diagrams just as they’re found at the scene, create an exact stairway based on the dimension of individual steps or the overall staircase, and more, while offering more symbols and realistic shading options for surfaces.

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ProductsAugust 1, 2006

Digimerge Network DVRs

Offered in 4-, 9-, and 16-channel model configurations, the DHT Series Network Digital Video Recorder features an optional 3.5-inch LCD display built into the front control panel, a USB interface for copying images to flash memory, MJPEG video compression, two hard drives for up to 600 GB of data storage, and a handheld remote controller.

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ProductsAugust 1, 2006

RemoteMDx TrackerPAL

RemoteMDx’s TrackerPAL keeps an eye on sex offenders on parole from a state-of-the-art monitoring system. Once the ankle system is set up, the TrackerPAL tracks the parolee’s every movement, and even limits where he or she can go. When the sex offenders move into areas they are not allowed to be in, an alarm will notify the monitoring center, which, in turn, notifies authorities. The TrackerPAL has two-way communication, and it is tamper-resistant.

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