{"product_id":"major-case-management-a-guide-for-law-enforcemtent-managers-9780398078751","title":"Major Case Management: A Guide for Law Enforcemtent Managers","description":"\u003cp\u003eManaging a major case is among the most challenging managerial functions that anyone in law enforcement can perform  and there are numerous pitfalls to avoid. It is the goal of this book to provide law enforcement managers with the necessary tools and strategies they can use in managing their next major case. Many of these strategies were learned through trial and error. It begins with a look at the various elements of the investigative process. Organization of the investigative unit  whether it is a general assignment or highly specialized unit  is discussed as well as how to determine proper allocation of resources. Selection of investigative personnel is discussed at length  and selection strategies and a structured selection process are outlined very clearly. Methods of developing new investigators and mechanisms to train personnel for potential assignment are also covered. Each chapter critically examines the types of major cases and obstacles to success  the use of task forces  major case management planning  effective management strategies  information management  personnel management  sources of information including victim and witness issues  administrative and logistical considerations  non-homicide major case obstacles  media strategies  liaisons  pre-planning  and after-action critiques. This book contains a number of case studies  which will highlight both the good and the bad decisions taken on a variety of major cases in a variety of settings. Additionally  the appendices contain a wealth of information regarding model forms an intergovernmental agreement for a major crimes task force  by-laws of the major crimes task force  major case management planning checklist  a lead sheet and lead assignment control log  investigative summary report  intelligence report  major case after-action critique  concluding with a general overview. This book will address many skills and strategies to better prepare law enforcement professionals to successfully meet the challenges of managing major case investigations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45665845608501,"sku":"ByrdShop_0398078750","price":81.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780398078751.jpg?v=1782409946","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/major-case-management-a-guide-for-law-enforcemtent-managers-9780398078751","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}