Book Description:
Explore the essentials of criminal justice with Steven Box’s “Foundations of Criminal Justice, Second Edition” (ISBN: 978-0199374335). This comprehensive guide provides critical insights into the structure and challenges of modern systems, incorporating latest research and case studies. Ideal for anyone studying or working in the field.
Foundations of Criminal Justice, Second Edition
Author: Steven Box
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 978-0199374335
Introduction: In this comprehensive and incisive second edition of Foundations of Criminal Justice, renowned author Steven Box provides a critical examination of the fundamental principles and practices of criminal justice systems. Drawing from the latest research and contemporary case studies, the book offers a nuanced and interdisciplinary exploration of the key issues shaping criminal justice in the modern world.
Through a combination of theoretical analysis and empirical evidence, Box examines the historical evolution of criminal justice, the role of the police, courts, and corrections in society, and the challenges and opportunities facing criminal justice systems. He highlights the impact of social inequality, race, and gender on criminalization and punishment, and critically assesses the effectiveness of different approaches to crime prevention and control.
This updated edition includes new material on emerging issues such as the privatization of criminal justice, the use of technology in policing and surveillance, and the rise of restorative justice. It also features expanded discussion of key topics such as the death penalty, the prison-industrial complex, and the role of victims in the criminal justice process.
Foundations of Criminal Justice, Second Edition is an essential resource for students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking a comprehensive and critical understanding of the complexities of criminal justice systems and their impact on society.