Films for the Humanities and Sciences - Crime Fighting into the 21st Century

Crime Fighting into the 21st Century

This program explores some of the technology that’s transforming law enforcement, from a bug that can determine time of death and is admissible in court, to computer technology that can re-create a face from a body so decomposed it no longer has one. Other tools examined include night vision and stun guns, as well as personal technologies that individuals can now use to help prevent crimes. Finally, the program explores a new kind of crime, introducing Sgt. Jim McMahon of San Jose, CA, and his efforts to deter child pornography and other crimes on the Internet. (23 minutes)

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Item#: BVL6404
Copyright date: ©1996


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