Introduction to Criminal Justice

• Author(s): Lawrence F. Travis III,
• Publisher: Routledge
• Pages: 576
• ISBN_10: 1437734960
  ISBN_13: 9781437734966
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Law / Criminal Law / General , Social Science / Criminology , Political Science / Law Enforcement , Social Science / Penology ,

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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.

* Each chapter is enhanced by important terms, boxes, photos, and review questions

* New edition includes updated statistics and an extended focus on theoretical approaches throughout the text

* New information and attention added on terrorism and homeland security issues

* An easy-to-access glossary offers a complete collection of essential terms in criminal justice

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