Introduction to Criminal Justice
7th Edition
Published on 8. March 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
556 pages
978-1-4377-3490-4 (ISBN)
Description
This student-friendly introductory core text describes the criminal justice process in the United States - outlining the decisions, practices, people, and issues involved. It provides a solid introduction to the mechanisms of the criminal justice system, with balanced coverage of the issues presented by each facet of the process, including a thorough review of practices and controversies in law enforcement, the criminal courts, and corrections.
Reviews / Votes
"This seventh edition of an introductory core text for freshman undergraduates offers an extended focus on theoretical criminology throughout the text. There is new information on terrorism and homeland security, along with updated references and statistics. The look of the text has been enhanced with additional b&w photos in a reader-friendly, two-color layout with ample space for handwritten notes. The text is written in a conversational style at a reading level geared toward the typical college freshman, and focuses on three basic themes: the system-like nature of criminal justice, the conflict between due process and crime control, and the importance of discretion. The first part of the book sets the context for the study of criminal justice, with chapters on theoretical perspectives, the justice process, and crime and crime control. The second part is composed of 10 chapters addressing the justice process (including the juvenile justice system). Learning features include review questions, key terms, and an extensive glossary." --Reference and Research Book NewsMore details
Edition
7th New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Cincinnati
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Students in the criminal justice field
Edition type
New edition
Dimensions
Height: 191 mm
Width: 235 mm
Weight
1134 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4377-3490-4 (9781437734904)
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Other editions
New editions
Bradley D. Edwards | Lawrence F. Travis III
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Book
10/2014
8th Edition
Anderson Publishing
€107.69
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Additional editions
Lawrence F. Travis III
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Book
08/2016
7th Edition
Routledge
€155.99
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Previous edition
Lawrence F. Travis III
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Book
04/2008
6th Edition
Anderson Publishing
€71.98
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Person
Lawrence F. Travis III is a Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati. His primary research interests lie in policing, criminal justice policy reform, sentencing, and corrections.
Content
1. Criminal Justice Perspectives 2. The Justice Process 3. Crime and Crime Control 4. Counting Crimes and Criminals 5. Police and Policing 6. Law Enforcement in the Criminal Justice System 7. The Criminal Courts 8. People and Problems in the Courts 9. Sentencing: The Goals and Process of Punishment 10. Incarceration 11. Problems and Issues in Incarceration 12. Probation, Parole, and Community Corrections 13. Issues in Community Supervision 14. The Juvenile Justice System 15. Discharge and Developments