Introduction to criminal justice systems, diversity, and change - Rennison, Callie Marie; Dodge, Mary 1960- (Thousand Oaks, California SAGE, 2016)
An introduction to crime and the criminal justice system -- The nature and extent of crime -- Criminal justice and the law -- The history of policing -- On the streets : organization, responsibilities, and challenges -- Police and the rule of law -- The courts and judiciary -- The prosecution, defense, and pretrial activities -- The criminal trial and sentencing -- Correctional responses in the community -- Institutional corrections -- Prison life and life after prison --The juvenile justice system -- Exploring specialized and topical issues.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Keywords: Criminal justice, Administration of -- United States; Crime -- United States