Book of Police Procedure and Investigation

Not everything you see on your favorite crime show is accurate. In fact, a lot of it is flat out wrong. Police Procedure & Investigation helps you get your facts straight about the inner workings of law enforcement.

With a career in law enforcement that spanned nearly two decades, author Lee Lofland is a nationally acclaimed expert on police procedures and crime scene investigations who consults regularly with best-selling authors and television producers. Now you can benefit from his years of experience with Police Procedure & Investigation.

This comprehensive resource includes:

• More than 80 photographs, illustrations, and charts showing everything from defensive moves used by officers to prison cells and autopsies
• Detailed information on officer training, tools of the trade, drug busts, con air procedures, crime scene investigation techniques, and more
• First-person details from the author about his experiences as a detective, including accounts of arrests, death penalty executions, and criminal encounters

Police Procedure & Investigation is the next best thing to having a police detective personally assigned to your book!

Why You Should Read Howdunit Book of Police Procedure and Investigation

Accuracy is paramount when writing crime fiction, and readers expect realistic portrayals of law enforcement practices. Whether you’re crafting a gritty police procedural or an action-packed thriller, Howdunit Book of Police Procedure and Investigation offers an insider’s look into how the police operate, ensuring your story rings true. Written by retired detective sergeant Lee Lofland, this guide takes you behind the scenes to understand the methods, language, and daily operations of police work—helping you avoid errors that could jar readers out of your narrative.

If you want to create captivating, authentic crime stories, this book provides the foundation you need to build complex cases and believable law enforcement characters.

What You’ll Gain from Howdunit Book of Police Procedure and Investigation

1. Detailed Police Procedures – Get a step-by-step breakdown of how police investigations unfold, from crime scenes to arrests and trials.
2. Understanding Law Enforcement Roles – Learn about the responsibilities of different officers, including detectives, patrol officers, and forensic specialists.
3. Accurate Crime Scene Management – Discover how real investigators collect, preserve, and analyze evidence at crime scenes.
4. Interrogation Techniques and Legal Protocols – Understand how suspects are questioned while staying within legal boundaries, including Miranda rights.
5. Criminal Justice System Overview – Explore how police work connects with prosecutors, judges, and defense attorneys to build or break cases.
6. Avoiding Hollywood Myths – Identify common misconceptions about police work and avoid falling into cliché portrayals.
7. Realistic Dialogue and Jargon – Master the language used by officers to add authenticity to your characters’ conversations and reports.
8. Examples of Real Cases – Gain insight from real-world scenarios and see how detectives solve crimes under pressure.
9. Forensics, Autopsies, and Evidence – Delve into the science behind investigations, from fingerprinting to DNA testing and toxicology reports.
10. Action Scenes Done Right – Write realistic foot chases, car pursuits, and shootouts that thrill readers without sacrificing credibility.

With Howdunit Book of Police Procedure and Investigation, you’ll gain the confidence to write authentic police stories, ensuring your work is as engaging as it is accurate. Whether you’re crafting crime fiction, thrillers, or mystery novels, this guide will help you deliver compelling investigations that keep readers turning the page.