Victimology Legal, Psychological, and Social Perspectives

Name: Victimology Legal, Psychological, and Social Perspectives
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ISBN: 9780135071571

ISBN-10: 0135071577

ISBN-13: 9780135071571

Edition: 3rd 2011

Authors: Harvey Wallace, Cliff Roberson

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For all courses in victimology.This student-friendly, easy-to-read text covers the entire field of victimology. Fully updated to reflect the latest trends, it reflects the field's growing focus on the entire victim-offender relationship, while taking a global perspective on the study of victimology. The authors first introduce traditional victimology theories, the measurement of crime, and both civil and criminal processes. Next, they discuss responses to victimization, including techniques for empowering victims. They next turn to special types of victims, including the elderly, the disabled, and gay and lesbian victims. Finally, they thoroughly review the civil remedies available to crime…

Book details

List price: $120.00
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 1/5/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 384
Size: 6.75" wide x 9.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English

Michael Birzer is Associate Professor of Criminal Justice and Director of the School of Community Affairs at Wichita State University, Kansas. Cliff Roberson is Editor-in-Chief of the Professional Issues in Criminal Justice Journal , Academic Chair for the Master of Science in Criminal Justice Program at Kaplan University, and an Emeritus Professor of Criminal Justice at Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas.




Introduction and History of Victimology



Measurement of Crime and Its Effects



The Consequences of Victimization



Empowering Victims



Homicide Victims



Females as Victims



Intimate Partner Abuse



Child Victims



Elder Victims



Hate Crimes



Special Victim Populations



An Overview of the Criminal Justice System



Civil Court Proceedings and Victims



Negligence and Intentional Torts



Constitutional and Civil Rights of Victims



Compensation and Restitution of Victims



Victim Impact Statements



International Aspects of Victimology


Epilogue: Broad Themes


Appendix: Critical Dates in the Victims' Rights Movement


Appendix: Victimology Related Web Sites