This article explores the intricate intersection of criminal profiling and cold case investigations within the framework of the United States criminal justice system. The introduction delves into the historical evolution of criminal profiling, emphasizing its instrumental role in investigative processes. The first section navigates the diverse landscape of criminal profiling, categorizing it into investigative, geographic
The use of informants constitutes a pivotal facet of the criminal justice process in the United States, serving as a strategic mechanism for law enforcement agencies to gather critical intelligence and solve complex cases. This comprehensive article delves into the multifaceted landscape of informant utilization, categorizing informants into distinct types—criminal, confidential, and covert—each playing unique
Undercover investigations involve covert means of discovering information based on the actions of a human agent. The agent may be a sworn police officer or an informer with unique access to criminal milieu. The informer may provide information and serve to introduce the police officer to the milieu, in return for leniency, financial benefits, or