Crime and Punishment in America [2 Volumes]: An Encyclopedia of Trends and Controversies in the Justice System

Crime and Punishment in America [2 Volumes]: An Encyclopedia of Trends and Controversies in the Justice System
ISBN-10
1610699270
ISBN-13
9781610699273
Category
Social Science
Language
English
Published
2016-12-05
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Author
Laura L. Finley

Description

"This two-volume set is intended to help readers better understand the scope and extent of crime in the United States, what types of crime occur most frequently, who is most often victimized and who perpetrates the offenses, the effects of crime on individuals and communities, and how best to respond to various offenses. Further, the entries in this volume help separate myths from realities as they uncover the origins and effectiveness of various policies and practices within the criminal justice system and other institutions that play a role in addressing crime"--

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