Uncovering Reasonable Doubt: The Component Method-A Comprehensive Guide for the Criminal Defense Investigator

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Summary: Simply The Best Title Available On This Topic...
Review: As a licensed private investigator, I must commend Mr. Brandon A. Perron, CCDI for writing a book that is, in my humble opinion, the best book currently in print covering criminal defense investigations. While this book is certainly of more value to the novice investigator, the experienced investigator will also benefit for Mr. Perron's insight. This book was also a "fun read" (something not too common amongst informative texts).

Mr. Perron shares his detailed and systematic approach to uncovering reasonable doubt while effectively demonstrating the use of the component method through specific case examples. I believe that this is the book's greatest asset.

All investigations require a detailed and systematic approach to determining the truth about the matter under investigation. This book takes this theory and applies it in a very specific manner through the use of the aforementioned case examples. Most private investigation texts fail to provide an articulate description of feasible and applicable techniques/procedures. Where others have failed, this book delivers.

If I were going to say anything negative about this book, I would have to state that this book suffers from "creative editing". By that I mean that of the 110 pages of text, only 68 pages contain information. Therefore, the content is not as high as you might be led to believe by the page count. With that said, the content is excellent and the author is one of the nation's foremost authorities on criminal defense investigations. If you are truly interested in this topic, then this is the title you've been looking for.

I would also like to personally thank Mr. Perron for taking the time to send me a signed copy of this book.

As always, check with your local library or bookstore to see if you can read/review this or any title before deciding to make a purchase. This method has effectively allowed me to make the most of my investigative library budget.

I hope you found this review helpful. If I can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me via email at [e-mail]. Respectfully submitted, MB.

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Summary: Not a must read, but a probably should...
Review: For the lay public, or for someone starting out in defense investigations, this book is perhaps not indispensible but certainly a solid foundation. Every good investigator should develop a reliable methodology; the marketplace and the justice system dictate that any method must be efficient and trustworthy. Herein, Perron's method is sound and may be relied upon by the most green of investigators without worry.

On the other hand, a more experienced investigator with private professional or public/law enforcement experience will probably not gain much in the way of technique. The book may help orient investigators to some of the specific requirements and needs of clients on the criminal defense side of the aisle. This book is a good start, but Perron needs to return to the text and double-up the substance of the book (more on working with police; and especially ethics). It won't hurt to read this book, but groundbreaking it is not.

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Summary: An Essential Foundation
Review: I read this book and was in awe of the depth and breadth of a work on criminal private investigation. From the philosophies of truth to a solid methodology for discovering all essential elements for true criminal investigation, Mr. Perron is eloquent, factual, and all encompassing. Ever since beginning my investigative career, I was always concerned about adequately providing my clientele with the integrity and thoroughness they deserved. This book has advanced my own professional development light years ahead of what would have been a long ramp-up in building knowledge and experience. The investment in this book and its wisdom and knowledge will return many times over in helping me help my clients uncover the truth and present a reasonable doubt.

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Summary: A must read for the intellectually aware!
Review: Some may not get it but I sure did! The perpective from the criminal defense has long been overdue. The foundation in critical thinking is what makes this work unique to the field. As a lawyer I found it most helpful in respect to what the investigator can do for me. I would make it a must read for any truly dedicated criminal defense professional.