Book Description:
Explore the fundamentals of criminal justice with “Introduction to Criminal Justice” by Rennison and Dodge. This comprehensive guide covers crucial topics like law enforcement and court processes, enriched with current data and real-world examples to enhance understanding and critical analysis.
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Authors: Callie Marie Rennison, Mary J. Dodge
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 978-1506347721
Description: Introduction to Criminal Justice is an accessible and comprehensive guide ideal for students and practitioners entering the field of criminal justice. It covers a wide range of critical topics, including crime and criminal behavior, the criminal justice system, law enforcement, the courts, corrections, juvenile justice, and emerging issues in the field.
This text provides readers with foundational concepts and theories in criminal justice and explores their practical applications in real-world scenarios. Featuring up-to-date data, real-life examples, and thought-provoking questions, this book facilitates an engaging and critical examination of the criminal justice system.
Key Topics Covered:
- Crime and Criminal Behavior
- The Criminal Justice System
- Law Enforcement
- The Courts
- Corrections
- Juvenile Justice
- Emerging Issues in Criminal Justice