Brian J Heard (56 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Killer Catcher: Britain's Top Ballistics Expert Reveals How He Hunted the World's Deadliest Criminals This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . …

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Forensic Ballistics in Court: Interpretation and Presentation of Firearms Evidence is an accessible introduction to firearms and ballistics evidence and how this is analysed and presented as evidence in a court of law. The book approaches the subject in terms of the realities of case work, opening with a clear and illustrated explanation of the correct nomenclature for various weapon types and their parts. Ammunition is also extensively covered, again with annotated illustrations. Basic external and terminal ballistics, wounding capabilities are likewise covered to give an overview of the subject. A key aspect of the book covers the theory and philosophy behind striation matches and the associated statistics, how positive matches should be peer reviewed and the importance accreditation has on this subject. Gunshot residue formation and identification and the various methods used in its analysis are reviewed in depth. This includes a critical examination of the pros and cons of each type of examination and the evidential weight which can be applied to each method. Accessible and reader-friendly introduction to firearms and ballistics.Clarifies the limitations of firearms evidence.Extensive use of global case-studies throughout.Focus on the interpretation and assessment of the weight of firearms/ballistics evidence presented at court.Covers the importance of witness and accused statements and their interpretation in relation to the investigation under review.Includes coverage of gunshot residue collection, examination and interpretation and the potential for contamination of GSR samples.Includes numerous real life case studies that the author has dealt with over the past 45 years.Takes an applied approach to the subject. Includes bibliographical references and index. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Forensic Ballistics in Court: Interpretation and Presentation of Firearms Evidence is an accessible introduction to firearms and ballistics evidence and how this is analysed and presented as evidence in a court of law. The book approaches the subject in terms of the realities of case work, opening with a clear and illustrated explanation of the correct nomenclature for various weapon types and their parts. Ammunition is also extensively covered, again with annotated illustrations. Basic external and terminal ballistics, wounding capabilities are likewise covered to give an overview of the subject. A key aspect of the book covers the theory and philosophy behind striation matches and the associated statistics, how positive matches should be peer reviewed and the importance accreditation has on this subject. Gunshot residue formation and identification and the various methods used in its analysis are reviewed in depth. This includes a critical examination of the pros and cons of each type of examination and the evidential weight which can be applied to each method. Accessible and reader-friendly introduction to firearms and ballistics.Clarifies the limitations of firearms evidence.Extensive use of global case-studies throughout.Focus on the interpretation and assessment of the weight of firearms/ballistics evidence presented at court.Covers the importance of witness and accused statements and their interpretation in relation to the investigation under review.Includes coverage of gunshot residue collection, examination and interpretation and the potential for contamination of GSR samples.Includes numerous real life case studies that the author has dealt with over the past 45 years.Takes an applied approach to the subject.…

1st ed. thus softback with stiff wrappers Near Fine octavo 128pp., col. & b/w pls., text ills., maps.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: fine. First edition. First printing. Fine, fresh copy in equally fine dust jacket. Hardcover. 260 pp. with glossary, index. Illustrated with photos and charts. One of the most sought after books in its field, an indepth examination of forensic work with firearms and ballistics. In cases involving the use, or suspected use, of a firearm, every aspect of that firearm and/or ammunition, has strong evidentia value--but what to look for, what evidence found actually means and how compeling that evidence is can involve very technical elements. In this work the author questions such as: from distance was the weapon fired? is there any trace evidence that proves the accused handled the weapon? do the marks on a particular bullet prove it was fired from a specific weapon? what information on the origin of a bullet be gleaned from the headstamp markings? is it posible for an erased serial number to be restored? and more.…

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Condition: New. 2013. 1st Edition. Paperback. Includes bibliographical references and index. Num Pages: 396 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKVF1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 190 x 244 x 22. Weight in Grams: 678. . . . . . …

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Forensic Ballistics in Court: Interpretation and Presentation of Firearms Evidence is an accessible introduction to firearms and ballistics evidence and how this is analysed and presented as evidence in a court of law. The book approaches the subject in terms of the realities of case work, opening with a clear and illustrated explanation of the correct nomenclature for various weapon types and their parts. Ammunition is also extensively covered, again with annotated illustrations. Basic external and terminal ballistics, wounding capabilities are likewise covered to give an overview of the subject. A key aspect of the book covers the theory and philosophy behind striation matches and the associated statistics, how positive matches should be peer reviewed and the importance accreditation has on this subject. Gunshot residue formation and identification and the various methods used in its analysis are reviewed in depth. This includes a critical examination of the pros and cons of each type of examination and the evidential weight which can be applied to each method. Accessible and reader-friendly introduction to firearms and ballistics.Clarifies the limitations of firearms evidence.Extensive use of global case-studies throughout.Focus on the interpretation and assessment of the weight of firearms/ballistics evidence presented at court.Covers the importance of witness and accused statements and their interpretation in relation to the investigation under review.Includes coverage of gunshot residue collection, examination and interpretation and the potential for contamination of GSR samples.Includes numerous real life case studies that the author has dealt with over the past 45 years.Takes an applied approach to the subject. Includes bibliographical references and index. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Completely revised and updated Second Edition of this successful book. Includes updated material on proof marks; muzzle attachments; non toxic bullets; GSR particles and SEM sampling Includes new case study material including the Jill Dando murder enquiry as a key example for reporting on GSR cases.…