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What’s the Difference: Criminology v. Criminalistics

Posted on January 2, 2021 by jchasenovelist

Criminology and criminalistics may sound similar, but they are very much distinct disciplines. While both fields operate within the world of criminal justice, criminology focuses on the sociological aspects of crime, whereas criminalistics centers on investigations through the use of … Continue reading →

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An Overview of the Texas Rangers: Elite Lone Star Law Enforcement

Posted on November 17, 2020 by jchasenovelist

History of the Texas Rangers Fabled by law-abiding Texans and feared by outlaws, the Texas Rangers are an elite law enforcement agency that has statewide investigative jurisdiction. Based in Austin, the Rangers have existed for almost 100 years after being … Continue reading →

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Thought Control: A Criminal Mastermind’s Greatest Weapon

Posted on April 10, 2019 by jchasenovelist

Overview Thought control (aka brainwashing, mind control, and re-education) is a complex process – but a relatively straight-forward concept. Basically, the idea behind brainwashing is that our minds can be controlled or altered through a series of psychological tactics. … Continue reading →

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Murder in America: 3 Infamous Crime Scenes

Posted on April 4, 2018 by jchasenovelist

Scattered throughout the American landscape are crime scenes that live in infamy. Each of these notorious locations have their own unique homicidal story. Here are three such stories. Holmes Murder Castle It was 1893, and Chicago was hosting the World’s … Continue reading →

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Fatal Women: 4 of History’s Most Ruthless Female Criminals

Posted on March 19, 2018 by jchasenovelist

After looking through my past blog posts, it hit me – most of the criminals mentioned are men. Well, that doesn’t seem fair. Granted, most criminals are men (sorry, guys.) Still, there certainly has been some notoriously ruthless females throughout … Continue reading →

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Social Order: The Historical Evolution of Policing

Posted on March 1, 2018 by jchasenovelist

Throughout civilized history, it has been vital for society to maintain some semblance of order with respect to crime. And, although, in ancient times, there existed no official, organized police function, people still managed to keep crime somewhat under control. … Continue reading →

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4 Influential Figures in the History of Forensic Psychology

Posted on January 9, 2018 by jchasenovelist

Forensic psychology is a fascinating specialty that focuses on researching human behavior, as it relates to the law. To that end, forensic psychologists utilize their research, experience and skills to consult within the legal system – in both civil and … Continue reading →