Criminal Justice

Name: Criminal Justice
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ISBN: 9780073527963

ISBN-10: 0073527963

ISBN-13: 9780073527963

Edition: 9th 2010

Authors: James A. Inciardi

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An internationally recognized scholar and author, James A. Inciardi presents a solid overview of the structure, processes, and problems of the criminal justice system in the United States. Inciardi brings his significant field and research experience to bear on the revision of this successful textbook; his research background, his privileged access to national data, and his story-telling style of writing guarantee a unique perspective to criminal justice. The ninth edition includes many new "Famous Criminals" sections, added coverage on media and criminal justice, and updated exhibits that showcase research, historical perspectives, current events, and the viewpoints of victims in the…

Book details

List price: $193.33
Edition: 9th
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Publication date: 1/16/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 672
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 3.498
Language: English




The Foundations of Crime and Justice



"Criminal Justice" in America



Crime and the Nature of Law



Legal and Behavioral Aspects of Crime



Criminal Statistics and the Extent of Crime



The Process of Justice: An Overview



The Police



Police Systems in the United States: History and Structure



Enforcing the Law and Keeping the Peace: The Nature and Scope of Police Work



The Law of Arrest, Search, and Seizure: Police and the Constitution



Police Misconduct and Police Integrity



The Courts



The Structure of American Courts



The Courtroom Work Group and the Right to Counsel



The Business of the Court: From First Appearance Through Trial



Sentencing, Appeal, and the Judgment of Death



Corrections



From Walnut Street to Alcatraz: The American Prison Experience



Penitentiaries, Prisons, and Other Correctional Institutions: A Look Inside the Inmate World



Prison Conditions and Inmate Rights



Probation, Parole, and Community-Based Correction



Juvenile Justice



Juvenile Justice: An Overview