Informants, cooperating witnesses, and undercover investigations : a practical guide to law, policy, and procedure /

"Now in its second edition, this volume takes a scholarly approach to an often misunderstood and controversial law enforcement investigative technique that traditionally has been shrouded in secrecy. Written by a former Miami vice and narcotics detective, DEA agent, and attorney, this authorita...

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Main Author: Fitzgerald, Dennis G.
Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:English.
Published: Boca Raton, Fla. : CRC Press, ©2015.
©20
Edition:2nd ed.
Series:CRC series in practical aspects of criminal and forensic investigations.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:"Now in its second edition, this volume takes a scholarly approach to an often misunderstood and controversial law enforcement investigative technique that traditionally has been shrouded in secrecy. Written by a former Miami vice and narcotics detective, DEA agent, and attorney, this authoritative book is based on "boots-on-the-ground" experience. Revisions to this edition include extensive updates to each chapter, discussion of sweeping changes in the FBI's informant program, addition of high-profile cases, and updated references. Featured topics include immigration reform, the irresponsible use of informants and lawsuits, whistleblowers, cooperation fees, the management of informant-driven search warrants, and fabricated information"--
Physical Description:1 online resource
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9781466554597
1466554592
9780429253805
042925380X