Focused on Behavioral Evidence Analysis (BEA) a method of criminal profiling developed & refined by the author over the past 15 years the fourth edition of Criminal Profiling maintains the same core foundation that made previous editions best sellers in the professional & academic community worldwide Written from practicing behavioral analysts & aspiring students alike this work emphasizes an honest understanding of crime & criminals Newly updated mechanisms for the examination & classification of both victim & offender behavior have been enhanced In addition to refined approaches towards victimology crime scene analysis motivation & case linkage a chapter on sexual deviance has been added as well With prior edition in wide use as a primary text in criminal justice law criminology & behavioral science programs around the world Criminal Profiling Fourth Edition remains essential for students & professionals alike