Report Writing for Criminal Justice Professionals 6th Edition by Larry S. Miller

•  ISBN-13 978-1138288935

The legal system depends on precise records. Law enforcement specialists can dedicate 50–75 % of their time composing administrative and research documents. The information provided in these documents is crucial to the operation of our system of justice. Document Drafting for Law Enforcement Specialists, Sixth Edition, offers practical guidance—with specific writing examples and suggestions—for creating robust documents. Majority of police, security, corrections, and probation and parole officers have not undergone adequate training in crafting well-written, accurate, concise, and comprehensive documents. Document Drafting for Law Enforcement Specialists covers everything officers need to learn—from fundamental English grammar to the challenging but often overlooked issue of creating documentation that can withstand legal scrutiny. This fresh edition encompasses updates to reference materials and citations, along with additional supporting instances and new practices in electronic and digital document drafting.

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