Crime and Justice in America A Human Perspective

9780130981684

0130981680

Prentice Hall presents the sixth edition of Crime and Justice in America: A Human Perspective. The core of criminal justice, cops, courts, and corrections, emerges with force in this powerful and comprehensive introduction. As police administrators, jail administrators, practicing attorneys, educators, and trainers, the authors Leonard Territo, James B. Halsted, and Max L. Bromley successfully merge theory with real-world, practical application. Everyday functions of the police, the courtroom, and the correctional system are highlighted in a thought-provoking, relevant, and authoritative manner, providing a hands-on approach for today's student. The human perspective of criminal justice comes alive with experiences drawn from the workplace, breaking news, and landmark court cases. This human dimension puts a face on this field of study, ensuring that the reader appreciates the essence of criminal justiceto protect the rights and voice of the people. Crime and Justice in America: A Human Perspective, Sixth Edition is the most up-to-date text available for your Introduction to Criminal Justice Course. It includes coverage of the criminal justice system's response to the ongoing threat oh domestic terrorism, the recent corporate crime scandals, and the DC area snipers, as well its updated statistics, court cases, and examples throughout. Within You'll Discover: In the Workplace. Each chapter contains a brief 'Job description of various careers in the criminal justice field. Students discover how to take their knowledge from the classroom to career and beyond. In the News. Emphasizes the human dimension that- is at the core of this text. Real-life stories and issues drawn from the media allow students to place events in a historical and educational context, providing- a new perspective to critical thinking. Critical Thinking Questions (CTQs). Ensures that students stop and think about the materials presented, invigorating the learning process and applying newly acquired knowledge. Landmark Cases. Significant legal-cases are highlighted with every legal discussion addressed throughout the test. Students are exposed to the principles of law and the maneuvering of our criminal courts system. Website References. Numerous website references are given for specific topics and discussions. These will assist students by providing more in-depth information for research. In the Literature. Includes an extensive bibliography of books and journals related to the topics cowered in each chapter. In the Media. Through a comprehensive listing of videos, films, and TV programs, students can connect topics discussed within each chapter to recognizable examples from popular media sourcesdrawing clear connections between the theoretical elements and the theatrical portrayal of the criminal justice system. Original Photo Layout. Students can take a look inside the system with never before seen photos obtained directly from federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies.