Crime Control, Politics and Policy, Second Edition

Benekos, Peter K.; Merlo, Alida V.

ISBN 10: 1593453477 / ISBN 13: 9781593453473

Editore: Anderson (edition 2), 2006

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Riassunto:

This book reviews concepts, information and points of view that help to explain the context and constraints of the criminal justice system. The chapters summarize developments in public policy and crime control, and interweave themes central to the discussion: the impact of ideology, the role of the media, and the politicization of crime and criminal justice.

Informazioni sull?autore:

Peter J. Benekos is Professor Emeritus of the Criminal Justice Department at Mercyhurst University. He has conducted research and published in the areas of juvenile justice, corrections, and public policy, and is the co-author of a number of books. Before his long career in teaching and research, he served as corrections counselor with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections in both prison and community-based corrections settings. Dr. Benekos is a recipient of the Mercyhurst University Teaching Excellence Award as well as the Founders Award and Outstanding Mentor Award from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). He is past president of the Northeastern Association of Criminal Justice Sciences and an ACJS trustee.

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Titolo: Crime Control, Politics and Policy, Second ...
Casa editrice: Anderson (edition 2)
Data di pubblicazione: 2006
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: New
Edizione: 2.