Problems of Forensic Sciences 1997 Vol. 35 (XXXV) 19-41
CRIMINAL PERSONALITY PROFILING
Robert K. RESSLER
Forensic Behavioral Services, Spotsylvania
Streszczenie
Profiling is based on the fact that similar kinds of crimes are committed in a similar way by different perpetrators due to the similarities of their personalities. A profile is made, using precise and thorough information which allows the identification of an unknown perpetrator of a crime. The article presents the elements of profiling.
Słowa kluczowe
Profiling; Perpetrator of a crime; Serial killer; Sexual assault.