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The most straightforward overview available. Covers the entire criminal justice system. A 'no frills' explanation for beginners. This basic guide sets out the main components of the criminal justice system in an accessible way. Intended as a starting point for readers coming to the subject for the first time it is ideal for new staff, volunteers, first year students and other 'rookies': a short book of facts, explanations and pointers to further study. Chapters: 1. What is Crime? 2. What is Criminal Justice? 3. Who's Who? 4. Modern Developments 5. The Police 6. The Criminal Courts in Action 7. Sentencing (including Probation Work) 8. Prisons and Imprisonment 9. Victims and Restorative Justice 10. Causes of Crime The book also features the Rule of Law, risk assessment, decision-making, forensic investigation, witnesses, surveillance, criminology, crime reduction strategies, border controls, penal reform and some international and historical dimensions. With a Glossary of Words, Phrases and Abbreviations.Product Identifiers
PublisherWaterside Press
ISBN-139781909976009
eBay Product ID (ePID)3046650340
Product Key Features
Publication Year2014
Number of Pages148 Pages
Publication NameCriminal Justice: a Beginner's Guide
LanguageEnglish
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaCriminal Law
AuthorBryan Gibson
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height203 mm
Item Width133 mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorBryan Gibson