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| Developments in Forensic Science | |
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| Acknowledgements | |
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| Foreword | |
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| Firearms | |
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| A Brief History of Firearms | |
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| Weapon Types and Their Operation | |
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| Proof Marks | |
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| Further Reading | |
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| Ammunition | |
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| A Brief History of Ammunition | |
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| Ammunition Components | |
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| Non-toxic Shot | |
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| A Brief History of Propellants | |
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| Priming Compounds and Primers | |
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| Headstamp Markings on Ammunition | |
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| Reference | |
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| Ballistics | |
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| Internal, External and Terminal Ballistics | |
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| Internal Ballistics | |
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| External Ballistics | |
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| Terminal Ballistics | |
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| References | |
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| Forensic Firearms Examination | |
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| A Brief History of Forensic Firearms Identification | |
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| Rifling Types and Their Identification | |
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| Fluted, Annular Ringed, Helical, Perforated and Oversized Chambers | |
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| Basic Concepts of Striation Matching | |
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| Basic Methodology Used in Comparison Microscopy | |
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| Mathematical Proof of Striation Matches | |
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| Accidental Discharge | |
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| Identification of Calibre from the Bullet Entry Hole | |
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| Ricochet Analysis | |
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| Bullet Penetration and Trajectory through Glass | |
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| References | |
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| Range of Firing Estimations and Bullet Hole Examinations | |
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| Introduction | |
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| The Use of X-ray Photography | |
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| Range of Firing Estimations for Pistols and Rifles | |
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| Chemical Tests for Range of Firing Estimations and Bullet Entry/Exit Hole Identification | |
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| Range of Firing Estimations for Shotguns | |
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| References | |
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| Gunshot Residue Examination | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Formation of Discharge Residue | |
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| Distribution of GSR Particles | |
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| Identification of GSR Particles | |
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| The Use of the SEM for GSR Detection | |
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| Sample Collection | |
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| GSR Retention | |
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| Conservation of GSR Particles on the Hands | |
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| GSR Distribution on the Hands | |
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| Identification of Type of Ammunition, Country of Origin from GSR Analysis | |
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| Environmental Contaminants | |
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| Sources of Elements Commonly Found in Lead-Based GSRs | |
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| Extending the Recovery Period for GSR | |
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| References | |
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| Gun-Handling Tests | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Methodology for Ferrozine Use | |
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| Case Notes | |
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| References | |
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| Restoration of Erased Numbers | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Methods Used for Removal of Serial Numbers | |
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| Theory behind Number Restoration | |
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| Non-recoverable Methods of Number Removal | |
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| Practice of Number Restoration | |
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| Chemical Methods of Restoration | |
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| Reagents Used for Various Metals | |
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| Electrolytic Methods of Restoration | |
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| Reagents Used | |
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| Ultrasonic Cavitation for Restoration | |
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| Magnetic Particle Method for Restoration | |
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| Other Methods of Restoration | |
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| Laser-Etched Serial Numbers and Bar Codes and Their Restoration | |
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| References | |
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| Qualifying the Expert and Cross-Examination Questions | |
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| Introduction | |
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| General Background Questions | |
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| Comparison Microscopy | |
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| GSRs | |
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| Ferrozine Test | |
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| Standard of Review: 'Daubert Trilogy' | |
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| References | |
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| Classification of Firearm-Related Death | |
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| Multiple-Shot Suicides | |
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| References | |
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| Glossary | |
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| Important dates in the History of Firearms from 1247 | |
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| GSR results for Chinese and USSR ammunition | |
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| Primer content of some cartridge-operated nail guns | |
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| Commercial and General Abbreviations for Bullet Configurations | |
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| Trade Names | |
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| Gun Marks | |
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| Powder Burn Rate | |
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| Hearing Loss | |
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| General Firearms Values Conversion Table | |
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| Index | |