Inside State Crime Investigations: How Major Cases Are Handled

Presented by: Dan Royse
Categories: Crime | Law Enforcement

How do major investigations unfold at the state level? Dan Royse shares behind the scenes insight from his work with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, explaining how large scale crime scenes are approached and managed. This session gives writers a realistic look at protocols, coordination, and decision making inside a state investigative agency.

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