The criminal justice system is a key social institution in the lives of citizens everywhere. Fundamentals of Criminal Justice: A Sociological View, Second Edition provides a unique social context to explore and explain the nature, impact, and significance of the criminal justice system in everyday life. This introductory text examines important sociological issues including class, race, and gender inequality. The effectiveness of criminal justice in controlling and reducing crime is critically examined to bring readers to a deeper understanding of the operation of the criminal justice system and the genesis of crime and victimization.
Key Features
- Explores international issues, such as Islamic justice and European sentencing practices, for a comprehensive analysis of critical social topics.
- Features controversial events, such as police corruption and prison crowding, to engage readers with interesting and timely information.
- Poses hypothetical situations and review questions to initiate provocative classroom discussions.
