Demystifying Crime and Criminal Justice

By: Robert M. Bohm, Jeffery T. Walker

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Paperback | 1 July 2012 | Edition Number 2

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370 Pages

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From myths about crime and punishment to dangerous misunderstandings about the administration of justice, Demystifying Crime and Criminal Justice, Second Edition, exposes--and aims to correct--many of the American public's misconceptions about the criminal justice system.

Designed to stimulate critical thinking, this volume not only provides students with a deeper understanding of crime and criminal justice but also encourages them to question generally accepted beliefs more broadly.

FEATURES
* Revised and updated chapters contributed by a broad range of experts and scholars
* Incorporates the most up-to-date research
* Ten brand-new chapters covering misconceptions about juvenile offenders, the rehabilitation of sex offenders, the use of police force, and other controversial issues
* Rich pedagogy: review questions, discussion/critical thinking questions, relevant websites, and additional reading suggestions

Industry Reviews

"The students in this course really liked this book and actively engaged in discussion of the articles. I like this approach as it challenges criminal justice students to examine the beliefs they hold based on partial knowlege of the subject. I really like that each chapter follows the same format."--Janice Ahmad, University of Houston-Downtown "This reader is the best supplement I have used or examined. The readings serve as a launching pad for numerous fascinating class discussions. I like the approach because it does a nice job of blending criminological theory, empirical evidence, and policy implications. ... This volume sparks student interest in critical issues in the criminal justice system by presenting competing perspectives on provocative topics. The authors teach students there are multiple ways to craft, implement and evaluate criminal justice policies. These are critical skills for students in the classroom and throughout their lives. No other book offers empirically-based evaluations of key issues in the criminal justice system in such a compelling and well-balanced manner."--Jenifer Hamil-Luker, University of North Carolina at Greensboro "This reader contains many articles on issues I anticipate continuing to cover in the criminology course and does so in a very effective manner. I like the fact that the articles are to the point, follow the same pattern, and have a similar theme, which I believe will be attractive to students."--Stuart Traub, SUNY Cortland

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