Introduction to Criminal Justice
A Balanced Approach
1st Edition
Published on 14. April 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
616 pages
978-1-4522-5892-8 (ISBN)
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Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Balanced Approach provides students with engaging, comprehensive, and up-to-date coverage of all aspects of the criminal justice system. Esteemed authors Brian K. Payne, Willard M. Oliver, and Nancy E. Marion explore criminal justice from a student-cantered perspective by presenting research-driven material in an accessible, clear, and succinct writing style.
Two unique chapters on Perspectives on Crime and Criminal Justice Research and Crime Typologies provide students with the foundational knowledge that they need to be critical thinkers and active participants within their chosen field. Students are encouraged to imagine themselves in specific criminal justice situations and decide how they would respond to the situation with a balanced and effective solution. By exploring criminal justice from a balanced perspective with an issues-oriented approach, students will understand how decision-making is critical to the criminal justice process. In particular, students will come to appreciate how their own future careers will be shaped by the decisions they make.
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Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Balanced Approach provides students with engaging, comprehensive, and up-to-date coverage of all aspects of the criminal justice system. Esteemed authors Brian K. Payne, Willard M. Oliver, and Nancy E. Marion explore criminal justice from a student-cantered perspective by presenting research-driven material in an accessible, clear, and succinct writing style.
Two unique chapters on Perspectives on Crime and Criminal Justice Research and Crime Typologies provide students with the foundational knowledge that they need to be critical thinkers and active participants within their chosen field. Students are encouraged to imagine themselves in specific criminal justice situations and decide how they would respond to the situation with a balanced and effective solution. By exploring criminal justice from a balanced perspective with an issues-oriented approach, students will understand how decision-making is critical to the criminal justice process. In particular, students will come to appreciate how their own future careers will be shaped by the decisions they make.
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SAGE edge offers a robust online environment featuring an impressive array of free tools and resources for review, study, and further exploration, keeping both instructors and students on the cutting edge of teaching and learning. Learn more at edge.sagepub.com/payne.
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Reviews / Votes
"Contemporary relevancy and good case studies, easy to understand and logically organized, appeals to student interests and modern social issues" -- Chris Chaney "Offer in-depth coverage on many topics" -- Marilyn Horace-Moore "Stories that are sprinkled throughout to engage students and relate to them while providing them important information" -- Jamie Snyder "Writing is clear and easy to understand." -- Yuning Wu "Excellent pedagogical features that students will find interesting" -- Dr. Jennifer Riggs "The text is written in an incredibly clear and accessible manner. [The authors have] a gift for making complex ideas and issues understandable... The supporting pedagogical materials are of excellent quality, the focus on ethics and 'real' life positions are also huge factors that I would consider when using this book." -- Christopher Salvatore "This textbook bridges empirically based facts born from research with current news and events on issues of crime and justice to make for an accessible, informative resource for students of all levels." -- Nancy G. La Vigne, PhD "I was very pleased with the content. There are a multitude of issues that impact corrections, perhpas moreso than the other branches of the criminal justice system. I was quite impressive with the extent of the coverage provided here. Issues were addressed in an appropriate manner for an introductory book." -- Christopher Salvatore "The language used in this text makes it possible for this course to be used by a range of students." -- Deborah Barrett Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Balanced Approach is a comprehensive yet multi faceted text providing vital information on the key principles of Corrections. The text provides an excellent examination on the importance and impact of policy in the field of Corrections. Students will get thought provoking examinations of topics ranging from Inmates Rights, Re-entry, Recidivism, Mental Health Issues, and the Death Penalty. -- Ashley L. FundackMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Thousand Oaks
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 216 mm
Weight
1390 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4522-5892-8 (9781452258928)
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Brian K. Payne received his doctorate in criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1993. He is currently the vice provost for academic affairs at Old Dominion University, where he is tenured in the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice, and the chair of the Hampton Roads Cybersecurity Education, Workforce, and Economic Development Alliance. He is a former editor of the American Journal of Criminal Justice, past president of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences and past president of the Southern Criminal Justice Association. Payne is the author or coauthor of more than 160 journal articles and seven books including White-Collar Crime: The Essentials (Sage), Family Violence and Criminal Justice (Elsevier, with Randy Gainey), and Crime and Elder Abuse: An Integrated Perspective (Charles C Thomas). He won the local Pinewood Derby when he was in the fourth grade.
Willard M. Oliver is a professor of criminal justice at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. He holds a doctorate and a master of arts degree in political science from West Virginia University and master of science and bachelor of science degrees from Radford University. He has taught criminal justice for over 20 years, primarily in the area of policing, crime policy, and criminal justice history. He is the author of numerous textbooks, including Community-Oriented Policing, Homeland Security, Homeland Security for Policing, and A History of Crime and Criminal Justice in America. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and numerous articles for professional publications. He is a retired military police officer with the U.S. Army Reserves and a former police officer. Oliver is an avid runner and has completed 14 marathons. He is married, has three children, and resides in Huntsville, TX.
Nancy Marion is currently a professor and chair of the Political Science Department at the University of Akron. Her teaching and research interests revolve around the interplay of politics and criminal justice. She has authored over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles and over 30 books that examine how politics affects criminal justice, and in turn, how criminal justice issues can affect political events, particularly elections. She holds a BA from The Pennsylvania State University in Administration of Justice; an MA in Justice from American University; and MA and PhD in Political Science from the State University of New York at Binghamton. She recently earned a JD from The University of Akron.
Willard M. Oliver is a professor of criminal justice at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. He holds a doctorate and a master of arts degree in political science from West Virginia University and master of science and bachelor of science degrees from Radford University. He has taught criminal justice for over 20 years, primarily in the area of policing, crime policy, and criminal justice history. He is the author of numerous textbooks, including Community-Oriented Policing, Homeland Security, Homeland Security for Policing, and A History of Crime and Criminal Justice in America. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and numerous articles for professional publications. He is a retired military police officer with the U.S. Army Reserves and a former police officer. Oliver is an avid runner and has completed 14 marathons. He is married, has three children, and resides in Huntsville, TX.
Nancy Marion is currently a professor and chair of the Political Science Department at the University of Akron. Her teaching and research interests revolve around the interplay of politics and criminal justice. She has authored over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles and over 30 books that examine how politics affects criminal justice, and in turn, how criminal justice issues can affect political events, particularly elections. She holds a BA from The Pennsylvania State University in Administration of Justice; an MA in Justice from American University; and MA and PhD in Political Science from the State University of New York at Binghamton. She recently earned a JD from The University of Akron.
Content
PART I: FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Chapter 1: Introduction to Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice System
Juvenile Justice System
The Justice Process
The Roles of Criminal Justice
Chapter 2: Perspectives on Crime and Criminal Justice Research
Legal Perspectives of Crime
Social Perspectives of Crime
Behavioral Perspectives of Crime
Survey Research and Criminal Justice
Archival Research and Criminal Justice
Experiments, Field Studies, and Case Studies as Criminal Justice Research Strategies
Chapter 3: An Introduction to Measuring Crime and Crime Patterns
Measuring the Extent of Crime
Strategies Used to Measure Amount of Crime
Crime Patterns
Chapter 4: An Introduction to Crime Typologies
Why Study Crime Typologies
Violent Crime
Property Crimes
Public Order Crimes
Crime within Complex Organizations
Chapter 5: An Introduction to Criminological Theory
Why Study the Causes of Crime
Explaining Crime using Criminological Theories
Crime as a Product of Choice
Crime as a Product of Biological Factors
Crime as a Product of Social Factors
Crime as a Product of Social Psychological Factors
Crime as a Product of Cognitive Processes
PART II: POLICING
Chapter 6: An Introduction to Policing: History and Structure
Types of Societies and Policing
The English System of Policing
The American System of Policing
Policing in America Today
The Structure of Modern Police Departments
Chapter 7: Police Strategies
Police Strategy Studies
Police Patrol Deployment
Broken Windows Theory, Model, & Policing
Community Policing
Problem-Oriented Policing
Targeted Policing
Four Related Strategies
Compstat
Homeland Security & Policing
Chapter 8: Issues in Policing
External Issues
Internal Issues
PART III: The Courts
Chapter 9: An Introduction to the Courts: History, Structure, and Actors
History of the Courts
Structure of the Courts
Federal Courts
State Courts
Actors: Courtroom workgroup
Technology
Chapter 10: The Judicial Process
Arrest/ Booking
The Charging Decision
Pretrial
Trial
Sentencing
Appeals
Juvenile Court Process
Defendants' Rights
Chapter 11: Issues in the Courts
Issues Stemming from Overcrowding
Issues Related to Court Processes
Legal Issues Related to the Courts
Issues Related to Innovations in the Courts
PART IV: CORRECTIONS
Chapter 12: An Introduction to Corrections: History, Structure, and Actors
Goals of Punishment
History of Punishment
The Organization of Corrections
Structure of Corrections
Actors Working in Prisons
Chapter 13: Punishing Offenders in Prisons, Jails, and the Community
The Incarceration Experience
The Structure of Probation and Parole
Types of Alternative Sanctions
Chapter 14: Issues in Corrections
General Issues for Prisoners
General Issues for Corrections Employees
Issues Related to Working with Different Types of Offenders
Issues Related to Punishment Strategies
Chapter 15: Current and Future Criminal Justice Issues
International Issues
Terrorism
Technology and Criminal Justice
The Aging of the Criminal Justice System
The Evolution of Criminal Justice Policies
Chapter 1: Introduction to Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice System
Juvenile Justice System
The Justice Process
The Roles of Criminal Justice
Chapter 2: Perspectives on Crime and Criminal Justice Research
Legal Perspectives of Crime
Social Perspectives of Crime
Behavioral Perspectives of Crime
Survey Research and Criminal Justice
Archival Research and Criminal Justice
Experiments, Field Studies, and Case Studies as Criminal Justice Research Strategies
Chapter 3: An Introduction to Measuring Crime and Crime Patterns
Measuring the Extent of Crime
Strategies Used to Measure Amount of Crime
Crime Patterns
Chapter 4: An Introduction to Crime Typologies
Why Study Crime Typologies
Violent Crime
Property Crimes
Public Order Crimes
Crime within Complex Organizations
Chapter 5: An Introduction to Criminological Theory
Why Study the Causes of Crime
Explaining Crime using Criminological Theories
Crime as a Product of Choice
Crime as a Product of Biological Factors
Crime as a Product of Social Factors
Crime as a Product of Social Psychological Factors
Crime as a Product of Cognitive Processes
PART II: POLICING
Chapter 6: An Introduction to Policing: History and Structure
Types of Societies and Policing
The English System of Policing
The American System of Policing
Policing in America Today
The Structure of Modern Police Departments
Chapter 7: Police Strategies
Police Strategy Studies
Police Patrol Deployment
Broken Windows Theory, Model, & Policing
Community Policing
Problem-Oriented Policing
Targeted Policing
Four Related Strategies
Compstat
Homeland Security & Policing
Chapter 8: Issues in Policing
External Issues
Internal Issues
PART III: The Courts
Chapter 9: An Introduction to the Courts: History, Structure, and Actors
History of the Courts
Structure of the Courts
Federal Courts
State Courts
Actors: Courtroom workgroup
Technology
Chapter 10: The Judicial Process
Arrest/ Booking
The Charging Decision
Pretrial
Trial
Sentencing
Appeals
Juvenile Court Process
Defendants' Rights
Chapter 11: Issues in the Courts
Issues Stemming from Overcrowding
Issues Related to Court Processes
Legal Issues Related to the Courts
Issues Related to Innovations in the Courts
PART IV: CORRECTIONS
Chapter 12: An Introduction to Corrections: History, Structure, and Actors
Goals of Punishment
History of Punishment
The Organization of Corrections
Structure of Corrections
Actors Working in Prisons
Chapter 13: Punishing Offenders in Prisons, Jails, and the Community
The Incarceration Experience
The Structure of Probation and Parole
Types of Alternative Sanctions
Chapter 14: Issues in Corrections
General Issues for Prisoners
General Issues for Corrections Employees
Issues Related to Working with Different Types of Offenders
Issues Related to Punishment Strategies
Chapter 15: Current and Future Criminal Justice Issues
International Issues
Terrorism
Technology and Criminal Justice
The Aging of the Criminal Justice System
The Evolution of Criminal Justice Policies