ABSTRACT

While gun design has undergone only minimal change over the centuries, investigative tools surrounding firearm use have grown significantly in sophistication. Now in its third edition, Firearms, the Law, and Forensic Ballistics has been updated to reflect recently published research and new technology developed since the last volume. Beginning with

chapter 1|24 pages

The Beginnings

chapter 4|32 pages

Mechanisms and Design Aspects of Firearms

chapter 5|24 pages

Internal Ballistics

chapter 6|46 pages

External Ballistics and Cartridge Loadings

chapter 8|48 pages

The Scene of the Shooting Incident

chapter 9|92 pages

Examination of Exhibits at the Laboratory

chapter 10|16 pages

Presentation of Evidence to the Courts

chapter 11|46 pages

Proof Marks and the Proof of Firearms