{"product_id":"animal-cruelty-investigations-isbn-9781119764885","title":"Animal Cruelty Investigations","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnimal Cruelty Investigations: A Collaborative Approach from Victim to Verdict \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a framework for the experts who respond to animal cruelty cases: veterinarians, law enforcement agencies, animal care and control organizations, and prosecutors.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is a practical guide which provides insight and direction for every phase of an animal cruelty investigation. The step-by-step guidance on responding to particular issues and challenges related to animal cruelty cases is bolstered by the extensive library of checklists, form templates, specific case protocols, and lists of available resources. This book is designed to empower readers to respond to animal cruelty cases confidently and effectively by:   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003eIntroducing veterinarians to their critical role in animal cruelty investigations including forensic examination and necropsy, crime scene response, report writing, and testimony. Included are detailed Specific Case Protocols for common animal cruelty scenarios. \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eHelping animal shelters navigate the challenges of holding animals in protective custody, housing unusual species, and placing evidence animals in foster care. \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eOffering law enforcement agencies useful methods for investigating animal cruelty such as search and seizure protocols, witness interview techniques, and valuable forms and templates necessary to strengthen and ensure proper search warrant execution, evidence collection and handling, and chain of custody; all with a focus on animals as both victims and evidence. \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eGuiding prosecutors through the steps necessary to utilize the veterinarian’s findings during trial and providing insight into issues to be considered when reviewing search warrants, filing charges, proposing plea agreements, or filing pre-conviction forfeiture motions. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis book is a must-have reference and guide for veterinarians, technicians, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and all those involved in the protection of animals’ health and wellbeing. The successful investigation of animal crimes relies on each of these disciplines, not only carrying out their professional duties, but having a collective understanding of what each other needs in order to meet that expectation.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Contributors xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Companion Website xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Introduction 1\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmily Lewis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1 Making the Most of This Resource 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2 Why Definitions Are Important 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3 Terms and Phrases: Animal Cruelty Cases 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4 Terms and Phrases: Veterinary Medicine 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5 Terms and Phrases: Law Enforcement and Field Services 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.6 Terms and Phrases: Criminal Law 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.7 Looking Ahead 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Animal Basics 14\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eKris Otteman, Zarah Hedge, and Linda Fielder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1 The History of the Five Freedoms and Their Impact on Animal Welfare Laws 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2 Veterinarians as Experts in the Field 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3 With So Many Species, Where to Begin? 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4 Defining Animals by Category 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5 Animal Basics by Species 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.6 Basics That Apply to All Animals 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.7 Putting Your Basic Knowledge to Work 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Fundamentals of All Cases 25\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLinda Fielder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1 Interdisciplinary Roles 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2 Environment 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3 Sanitation 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4 Food and Water 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5 Nutrition 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6 Documentation 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.7 Body Condition 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.8 Documenting Body Condition 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.9 Dental, Foot, and Hoof Care 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.10 Veterinary Care, Medications, and Treatment 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.11 Nonaccidental Injury and Trauma 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.12 The Link Between Animal Cruelty and Crimes Against Humans 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.13 Emergency Issues 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Initial Investigation and Assessment 38\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLinda Fielder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1 Types of Reports 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2 Anonymous Reports 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3 Required Information 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4 Response Triage 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5 Legitimate or Not? How to Decide 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.6 Responding to Calls: Initial Site Visit 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Witness and Subject Interviewing 45\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLinda Fielder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1 Preparation for the Interview 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2 Interview Location and Setting 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3 Miranda and Consent 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4 Building Rapport 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.5 Ask Clear and Direct Open-Ended Questions 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.6 Suspect Interviews 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.7 Reading Body Language and Detecting Deception 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.8 Confessions 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.9 Ending the Interview 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.10 Documenting the Interview 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.11 Additional Resources and Training 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 The Veterinarian’s Role in Animal Cruelty Investigations 53\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eKris Otteman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.1 The Veterinarian is an Important Partner in Animal Cruelty Investigations 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2 The Veterinarian’s Oath 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3 How Veterinary Forensics Differs from Traditional Veterinary Medicine 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4 Veterinary Confidentiality and Medical Records Requests 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5 Public Information Considerations 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.6 Conflicts of Interest 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.7 Be Familiar with the Laws 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.8 How to Find and Build Knowledge in the Area of Animal Law 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.9 Understand What the Prosecutor and Law Enforcement Need to Know 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.10 How Animal Cruelty Investigations Surface and Become Active Cases 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 The Veterinary Exam and Treatment Plan 63\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eKris Otteman and Zarah Hedge\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1 Request and Review Evidentiary Material 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2 Initial Steps 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3 Examination Key Elements 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4 Ongoing Responsibilities of the Veterinarian 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Setting Expectations and Monitoring Compliance 87\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLinda Fielder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1 Education and Guidance vs. Citation 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2 Passive Neglect and Lack of Resources 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3 Education 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4 Setting Expectations 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5 What You Can and Cannot Require 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6 Conducting Rechecks 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7 What If Nothing Improves or Conditions Worsen? 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.8 What About Animal Hoarders? 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Search Warrants and Seizures 95\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmily Lewis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1 Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement in Animal Cruelty Cases 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2 Prewarrant Considerations 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3 Drafting of the Affidavit and Search Warrant 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4 Before You Serve the Warrant 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5 Preservice Briefing 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.6 Serving the Warrant 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.7 Start Documenting the Scene 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.8 System for Evidence Documentation and Processing 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.9 Processing the Animals 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.10 Forms 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.11 Discovering Evidence of Other Crimes 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.12 The First 24 Hours After the Search Warrant Execution 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Evidence Collection 130\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmily Lewis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1 What is Evidence? 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2 How Evidence in Animal Cruelty Cases Differs from Traditional Property Crimes 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3 How to Package the Evidence 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4 What to Do with Evidence Until Trial 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5 Evidence at Trial 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6 Evidence After Trial 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Veterinary Forensic Necropsy 158\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eKris Otteman and Zarah Hedge\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1 How a Forensic Necropsy is Different 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2 The Importance of the Forensic Necropsy 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.3 Necropsy at the Owner’s Request 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4 Packaging and Storing Remains Prior to Necropsy 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5 Forensic Necropsy Equipment and Protocols 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.6 Case History 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.7 Preparing to Perform the Necropsy 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.8 The Necropsy Report 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.9 Next Steps 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.10 An Important Reminder 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Report Writing 180\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmily Lewis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1 Introduction 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2 General Principles 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3 Crime Report 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.4 Veterinarian Reports 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.5 Witness Statements 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.6 The Case Packet 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.7 Conclusion 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Protective Custody (Live Animals) 196\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLinda Fielder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1 The Challenge of Live Animal Evidence 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2 The First 24 Hours 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.3 Know Your Agency’s Capacity 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4 Facility Set-Up and Security 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5 Training Staff and Confidentiality 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6 Paperwork and Record Keeping 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.7 Providing Security Without Isolation 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.8 Foster Care and Offsite Boarding 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.9 Routine and Emergency Veterinary Care 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.10 Death in Care and Euthanasia Considerations 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.11 Offspring Born in Care 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.12 Conclusion 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Media and Fundraising 207\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eEmily Lewis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.1 Media Coverage 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2 Handling Negative Press 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3 Internal Communications Policy 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4 Fundraising 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Forfeiture, Surrender, and Related Legal Remedies 221\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eDavid Rosengard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.1 Seized Animals and Reasonable Minimum Care 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.2 The Impact of Seizure Expenses – and Responsive Solutions 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3 Voluntary Relinquishment 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.4 The Seized Animal as Contraband 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.5 Preconviction Forfeiture 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.6 Preconviction Forfeiture: Bond-or-Forfeit Statutes 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.7 Bond-or-Forfeit Statute Examples 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.8 Bond-or-Forfeit statutes Are Constitutionally Compliant 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.9 Restitution 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.10 Forfeiture via Sentencing 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.11 Cost-of-Care Liens 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.12 Conclusion 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Trial 233\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eJake Kamins\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.1 Trials: An Overview 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.2 The Players 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.3 How a Typical Criminal Case Gets to Trial 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.4 Pretrial Matters 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.5 The Trial 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.6 Topics for Prosecutors 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.7 Conclusion 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction to the Appendix 250\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Specific Case Protocols 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Forms and Checklists 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Templates and Agreements 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix D: Resources 425\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 441\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdited by\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Dr. Kris Otteman,\u003c\/b\u003e DVM, Diplomate ABVP Shelter Medicine Practice, CAWA, Courtesy Faculty Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University, USA \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Linda Fielder,\u003c\/b\u003e CAWA, Animal Legal Defense Fund, Cotati, CA, USA \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmily Lewis,\u003c\/b\u003e J.D., M.S.E.L., Animal Legal Defense Fund, Cotati, CA, USA  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnimal Cruelty Investigations: A Collaborative Approach from Victim to Verdict\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e provides a framework for the experts who respond to animal cruelty cases: veterinarians, law enforcement agencies, animal care and control organizations, and prosecutors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is a practical guide which provides insight and direction for every phase of an animal cruelty investigation. The step-by-step guidance on responding to particular issues and challenges related to animal cruelty cases is bolstered by the extensive library of checklists, form templates, specific case protocols, and lists of available resources. This book is designed to empower readers to respond to animal cruelty cases confidently and effectively by: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing veterinarians to their critical role in animal cruelty investigations including forensic examination and necropsy, crime scene response, report writing, and testimony. Included are detailed Specific Case Protocols for common animal cruelty scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelping animal shelters navigate the challenges of holding animals in protective custody, housing unusual species, and placing evidence animals in foster care.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffering law enforcement agencies useful methods for investigating animal cruelty such as search and seizure protocols, witness interview techniques, and valuable forms and templates necessary to strengthen and ensure proper search warrant execution, evidence collection and handling, and chain of custody; all with a focus on animals as both victims and evidence. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGuiding prosecutors through the steps necessary to utilize the veterinarian’s findings during trial and providing insight into issues to be considered when reviewing search warrants, filing charges, proposing plea agreements, or filing pre-conviction forfeiture motions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is a must-have reference and guide for veterinarians, technicians, law enforcement professionals, prosecutors, and all those involved in the protection of animals’ health and wellbeing. 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