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Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Inc (US) |
Author(s) | Steven Briggs |
Edition | 1 |
Published | 11th September 2009 |
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Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime
Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective
work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of
crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of
the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate
crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and
consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most
important, how crime can be prevented.
Enter the world of crime understand what crime is, how it
is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and
society
Identify different types of crime from white-collar crime
to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and
why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes
Know who commits crimes, and why explore different
theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes
Take it to the streets follow law enforcement officials
and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys
Seek justice meet the key players in the criminal justice
system and see why and how the guilty are punished
Deal with juveniles know the differences between adult
and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently,
and review modern methods for treatment
Open the book and find:
Common criminal traits
The causes of violent crimes
Recent efforts to secure victims' rights
The processes used to solve crimes
A step-by-step walkthrough of the criminal justice process
Ways to recognize and fight back against crime
Jobs in the criminal justice field
Ten notorious, unsolved crimes