Created through a "student-tested, faculty-approved" review process, CJ2 is an engaging and accessible solution to accommodate the diverse lifestyles of today's learners at a value-based price. Widely respected in both academia and law enforcement, authors Gaines and Miller deliver solid coverage in an innovative format that is ideal for the unique needs of today's tech-savvy, on-the-golearner. CJ's traditional 17-chapter organization makes for a seamless transition from other texts and ensures comprehensive coverage. But by cutting superfluous boxes and streamlining text, CJ cuts the length of chapters in half--even with the addition of a wealth of captivating visuals. Appealing to a broad range of learning styles, CJ also includes a full suite of unique learning tools, including quizzes, games, videos, flashcards, audio, and more--all just a click away. The result is a book much more engaging and manageable for today'scriminal justice student. INDICE: Part 1: THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM.1. Criminal Justice Today.2. Causes of Crime.3. Defining and Measuring Crime.4. Inside Criminal Law.Part 2: THE POLICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT.5. Law Enforcement Today.6. Challenges to Effective Policing.7. Police and the Constitution: The Rules of Law Enforcement.Part 3: CRIMINAL COURTS.8. Courts and the Quest for Justice.9. Pretrial Procedures: The Adversary System in Action.10. The Criminal Trial.11. Punishment and Sentencing.Part 4: CORRECTIONS.12. Probation and Community Corrections.13. Prisons and Jails.14. Behind Bars: The Life of an Inmate.Part 5: SPECIAL ISSUES.15.The Juvenile Justice System.16. Homeland Security.17. Cyber Crime and the Immediate Future of Criminal Justice.
- ISBN: 978-1-111-84087-7
- Editorial: South Western
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 350
- Fecha Publicación: 31/01/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés