Introduction to Criminal Justice

Describes the criminal justice process in the United States, outlining the decisions, practices, people and issues involved. This book offers an introduction to the mechanisms of the criminal justice system, including a review of practices and controversies in law enforcement, the criminal courts and corrections.

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This student-friendly introductory core text describes the criminal justice process in the United States — outlining the decisions, practices, people and issues involved. It provides a solid introduction to the mechanisms of the criminal justice system, with balanced coverage of the issues presented by each facet of the process, including a thorough review of practices and controversies in law enforcement, the criminal courts and corrections.