Authentic police work adds authority to any mystery. Retired detective sergeant and procedural author Bruce Robert Coffin shares what homicide investigations truly involve, drawing on years of experience in the field. This session covers first response, evidence handling, cold cases, chain of command, and media pressure, helping writers add realistic detail and professional texture to their stories.
Jurisdiction: Who Takes Over When a Case Explodes
Who investigates which crimes, and when does a case move beyond local police? In this session, experienced law enforcement officers break down how jurisdiction actually works in the real world. Writers learn how cases typically begin at the local level and what causes...
