Category Archives: crime

How Can We Prevent Wrongful Convictions?

Posted on March 25, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Crime and justice is the standard that establishes our civilized society.  Justice should be swift and efficient.  In other words, the punishment should fit the crime.  There are so many heated discussions about crime, punishment, and the death penalty.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Is it a Homicide or a Staged Suicide?

Posted on January 11, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It has been stated that simulating a crime to cover up another crime is somewhat rare.  However, there have been many documented cases where a murder has been covered up with arson, supposed self-inflicted gunshot wounds, and automotive accidents. More … Continue reading →

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Serial Crime Happens in all Types of Crimes

Posted on November 21, 2010 by jchasenovelist

When you hear the term “serial crime”, immediately your mind thinks of “serial killers”.  The reality is that serial crime means any type of crime occurring in a pattern that indicates a single offender.  However, there has been some debate … Continue reading →

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Test Your Crime Knowledge

Posted on November 7, 2010 by jchasenovelist

I love finding interesting tidbits and fun facts when I’m researching for my books.  I came across a ten-question quiz related to crime.  I missed one, number #9.  These are actually tough.  Try your luck and see how well you … Continue reading →

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Criminals Beware! There’s a New DNA Spray in Town and it Wants to Tag You!

Posted on November 1, 2010 by jchasenovelist

Criminals see businesses, such as pubs, restaurants, jewelers, service stations, and convenience stores as easy targets for quick bucks.  Unfortunately, this type of crime can actually cripple a business and tag it as an easy target for future attacks.  A … Continue reading →

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Serial Killer Profile – An Inside Look at “The Iceman”

Posted on September 23, 2010 by jchasenovelist

When Richard Kuklinski was asked how he felt about killing people in an in-depth interview.  He only had this to say. “I don’t.  It doesn’t bother me.  It doesn’t bother me at all…” In one interview, he explained his killing … Continue reading →

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Crime Scene Investigation – Challenges of Cellular Phones & Handheld Devices

Posted on September 7, 2010 by jchasenovelist

Take a moment during your day and look around at all the technology buzzing away and crackling about the airwaves.  Cell phones are literally everywhere and some phones have amazing capabilities of text messaging, Internet search, email, and GPS to … Continue reading →

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