Private and Public Criminal Investigation Comparison Paper

Research major differences between public criminal investigations and private security investigations.

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper identifying the major differences between public criminal investigations and investigators and their private security counterparts. Include the following in your comparison:

• The differences and similarities between sectors, including the methods of operation during criminal investigations and the chain of command.
• At least two situations where private and public investigators must interact.
  • Identify sources of information, both unique and common, to each sector.
  • Explain scientific methods used by both sectors to investigate crimes.
• Identify challenges or potential issues of investigations that cross jurisdictions.
• Provide an example of an actual case that highlights aspects of both security and criminal investigations based on your comparison.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.