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Technology and Domestic and Family Violence - Victimisation, Perpetration and Responses (Paperback): Bridget Harris, Delanie... Technology and Domestic and Family Violence - Victimisation, Perpetration and Responses (Paperback)
Bridget Harris, Delanie Woodlock
R1,128 Discovery Miles 11 280 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

- draws upon academics, activists and practitioners, to link research to real-world solutions. - explores a relatively new issue within domestic violence prevention and the idea of 'spaceless' violence. - draws upon experiences from the global north and south

Islam, Crime and Criminal Justice (Hardcover): Basia Spalek Islam, Crime and Criminal Justice (Hardcover)
Basia Spalek
R3,918 Discovery Miles 39 180 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book brings together research into key aspects of the interconnections between Islam, crime and the criminal justice system in Britain, a particularly timely collection in the light of both the recent disturbances in several northern English cities as well as the impact of the events of 11 September 2001 and their aftermath.

Chapters in the book focus on young Muslim men and criminal activity, Muslim women and their experiences of victimisation, the experiences of Muslim police officers, of Muslims in prison, issues of human rights in relation to Muslims in Britain, and the criminal justice policy implications of religious diversity. Main aims pursued through the book include issues of victimisation as perceived by Muslim communities, Muslim perspectives on crime and criminal justice, and ways of addressing issues of marginalisation and exclusion within Muslim communities.

Overall the book provides an important contribution to debates over the role of Muslims in British society generally, as well as their experiences of and involvement in the criminal justice system and the policy implications that arise from this.

Crime, Violence and Security in the Caribbean (Hardcover): M. Raymond Izarali Crime, Violence and Security in the Caribbean (Hardcover)
M. Raymond Izarali; Foreword by Ramesh Deosaran
R3,929 Discovery Miles 39 290 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Security challenges pose significant hardship for citizens of Caribbean nations. Public safety is threatened by high rates of crime - especially violent crime - in much of the region, the plague of the illicit drug trade, transnational organized crime, gangs, the current global proliferation of crimes of terrorism and related violent extremism and radicalization. The situation diminishes morale among the youth, their education and their future, and operates as a major push factor. Yet, surprisingly, there has been a scarcity of scholarly work that addresses these conditions. This interdisciplinary volume succinctly responds to the gap in criminological and security studies on the Caribbean by drawing attention to the understudied nexus of crime, violence, and security that is so pervasive in the region, and the ways in which underdevelopment re/creates environments for insecurity. The book is organized in three parts: Part one encompasses conceptualizations of crime, violence and punishment. Part two takes up country cases on crime and security. Part three addresses issues of regional security, both public and private. This timely volume will be valuable reading for scholars, students, practitioners and policy makers who share a critical interest in the scope, impact, and inter-relationality of crime, violence, and in/security in the region.

Theorizing Digital Divides (Hardcover): Massimo Ragnedda, Glenn W. Muschert Theorizing Digital Divides (Hardcover)
Massimo Ragnedda, Glenn W. Muschert
R3,916 Discovery Miles 39 160 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Although discussion of the digital divide is a relatively new phenomenon, social inequality is a deeply entrenched part of our current social world and is now reproduced in the digital sphere. Such inequalities have been described in multiple traditions of social thought and theoretical approaches. To move forward to a greater understanding of the nuanced dynamics of digital inequality, we need the theoretical lenses to interpret the meaning of what has been observed as digital inequality. This volume examines and explains the phenomenon of digital divides and digital inequalities from a theoretical perspective. Indeed, with there being a limited amount of theoretical research on the digital divide so far, Theorizing Digital Divides seeks to collect and analyse different perspectives and theoretical approaches in analysing digital inequalities, and thus propose a nuanced approach to study the digital divide. Exploring theories from diverse perspectives within the social sciences whilst presenting clear examples of how each theory is applied in digital divide research, this book will appeal to scholars and undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in sociology of inequality, digital culture, Internet studies, mass communication, social theory, sociology, and media studies.

Legal Guide for Police - Constitutional Issues (Paperback, 12th edition): Jeffery T Walker, Craig Hemmens Legal Guide for Police - Constitutional Issues (Paperback, 12th edition)
Jeffery T Walker, Craig Hemmens
R1,253 Discovery Miles 12 530 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Legal Guide for Police: Constitutional Issues, 12th Edition, is a valuable tool for criminal justice students and law enforcement professionals, bringing them up-to-date with developments in the law of arrest, search and seizure, police authority to detain, questioning suspects and pretrial identification procedures, police power and its limitations, and civil liability of police officers and agencies. Including specific case examples, this revised edition provides the most current information for students and law enforcement professionals needing to develop an up-to-date understanding of the law. Authors Walker and Hemmens have included introductory and summary chapters to aid readers in understanding the context, importance, and applicability of the case law. All chapters have been updated to reflect U.S. Supreme Court decisions up to and including the 2021 term of court. Important cases added to this edition include: Caniglia v. Strom (2021) (warrantless search), Kansas v. Glover (2020) (vehicle stop), Mitchell v. Wisconsin (2019) (warrantless drawing of blood), Rivas-Villegas v. Cortesluna (qualified immunity), and Nieves v. Bartlett (2018) (retaliatory arrest). A helpful Appendix contains the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment, and a Table of Cases lists every case referenced in the text.

Police and the Unarmed Black Male Crisis - Advancing Effective Prevention Strategies (Hardcover): Sharon E Moore, A. Christson... Police and the Unarmed Black Male Crisis - Advancing Effective Prevention Strategies (Hardcover)
Sharon E Moore, A. Christson Adedoyin, Michael A Robinson
R3,924 Discovery Miles 39 240 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Presenting both historical and contemporary discussions and coverage, this book provides an in-depth and critical analysis of police brutality and the killing of unarmed black males in the United States of America. Within the book, contributors cover five key areas: the historical context and contemporary evidence of police brutality of unarmed black people in the USA; the impact of police aggression on blacks' well-being; novel strategies for prevention and intervention; the advancement of a cordial relationship between police and black communities; and how best to equip the next generation of scholars and professionals. Each contributor provides a simple-to-understand, thought-provoking, and creative recommendation to address the perennial social ill of police brutality of black males, making this book an excellent resource for students, scholars and professionals across disciplinary spectrums. This book was originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment.

Rhetoric of InSecurity - The Language of Danger, Fear and Safety in National and International Contexts (Paperback): Victoria... Rhetoric of InSecurity - The Language of Danger, Fear and Safety in National and International Contexts (Paperback)
Victoria Baines
R1,174 Discovery Miles 11 740 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book demands that we question what we are told about security, using tools we have had for thousands of years. The work considers the history of security rhetoric in a number of distinct but related contexts, including the United States' security strategy, the "war" on Big Tech, and current concerns such as cybersecurity. Focusing on the language of security discourse, it draws common threads from the ancient world to the present day and the near future. The book grounds recent comparisons of Donald Trump to the Emperor Nero in a linguistic evidence base. It examines the potential impact on society of policy-makers' emphasis on the novelty of cybercrime, their likening of the internet to the Wild West, and their claims that criminals have "gone dark". It questions governments' descriptions of technology companies in words normally reserved for terrorists, and asks who might benefit. Interdisciplinary in approach, the book builds on existing literature in the Humanities and Social Sciences, most notably studies on rhetoric in Greco-Roman texts, and on the articulation of security concerns in law, international relations, and public policy contexts. It adds value to this body of research by offering new points of comparison, and a fresh but tried and tested way of looking at problems that are often presented as unprecedented. It will be essential to legal and policy practitioners, students of Law, Politics, Media, and Classics, and all those interested in employing critical thinking.

Restoring Trust in Sport - Corruption Cases and Solutions (Paperback): Catherine Ordway Restoring Trust in Sport - Corruption Cases and Solutions (Paperback)
Catherine Ordway
R1,191 Discovery Miles 11 910 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

In this solutions-focused collection of sport corruption case studies, leading researchers consider how to re-establish trust both within sports organisations and in the wider sporting public. Inspired by the idea of 'moral repair', the book examines significant corruption cases and the measures taken to reduce further harm or risk of recurrence. The book has an international scope, including case study material from Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and covers important contemporary issues including whistleblowing, bribery, match-fixing, gambling, bidding for major events, and good governance. It examines the loss of trust at both national and international levels. Drawing on cutting-edge research, the book includes both on-field and off-field examples, from Olympic, non-Olympic, professional and amateur sports, as well as diverse academic and practitioner perspectives. Offering an important contribution to current debates and a source of reflection on best professional practice, Restoring Trust in Sport helps us to better understand why corruption happens in sport and how it can and should be addressed. This is invaluable reading for all advanced students, researchers, managers and policy makers with an interest in integrity in sport, sport ethics, sport management, sport governance, sports law, and a useful reference for anybody working in criminology, business and management, law, sociology or political science.

Crime Scene Processing and Investigation Workbook (Hardcover): Christine R. Ramirez, Casie L. Parish-Fisher Crime Scene Processing and Investigation Workbook (Hardcover)
Christine R. Ramirez, Casie L. Parish-Fisher
R3,468 Discovery Miles 34 680 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The work of a crime scene investigator requires stellar organizational skills and razor-sharp attention to detail. Developing these skills is best achieved through hands-on training simulating actual case events. Crime Scene Processing and Investigation Workbook takes students from the classroom to the field and into the lab to explore a range of scenarios they will likely encounter on the job. Exercises presented in this practical handbook include assessing the scene, crime scene photography and mapping, fingerprint evidence, documentation, impression-casting, bloodstain pattern recognition, and advanced techniques for scene processing. The book also examines the actions of the initial responding officer, highlights special scene considerations, and describes the role of crime scene analysis and reconstruction. Designed to complement Gardner's Practical Crime Scene Processing and Investigation, this manual uses a consistent format throughout to ensure assimilation. Each chapter begins with a list of key terms and provides learning outcomes that describe the goal of the chapter. Tasks are then broken down into specific segments, with objectives, necessary materials, and a concept overview provided to promote heightened focus on salient points in the chapter. Post-lab questions enable students to test their grasp of the material and sample worksheets are provided that can be duplicated and used in actual case scenarios. By practicing the techniques described in this manual, students will be ready when they encounter them for the first time on the job.

Drug Law Enforcement, Policing and Harm Reduction - Ending the Stalemate (Paperback): Matthew Bacon, Jack Spicer Drug Law Enforcement, Policing and Harm Reduction - Ending the Stalemate (Paperback)
Matthew Bacon, Jack Spicer
R1,142 Discovery Miles 11 420 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

1. This book brings the large fields of policing and drugs together; two distinct areas rarely studied together. 2. This book also has a market among public health scholars, given the overlapping areas of interest.

A History of Crime in Australia - Australian Underworlds (Paperback): Nancy Cushing A History of Crime in Australia - Australian Underworlds (Paperback)
Nancy Cushing
R1,073 Discovery Miles 10 730 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

WHY PUBLISH: - While there are a lot of true crime style books that look at similar case studies, this is the only academic book on Australian crime currently on the market pitched at an undergraduate audience. - The author is a well-know and respected academic, and used her connections to bring a stellar cast of reputable contributors on board for this project. - Book is based on a successful, long-running course offered at Newcastle University, Australia.

Criminal Law - Historical, Ethical, and Moral Foundations (Paperback, 3rd edition): Charles P Nemeth Criminal Law - Historical, Ethical, and Moral Foundations (Paperback, 3rd edition)
Charles P Nemeth
R1,854 Discovery Miles 18 540 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

* Offers a user-friendly treatment of the intersection of code, statute, and case law that defines the law of crimes with critical, ethical, and moral emphasis on why certain conduct has been defined and deemed criminal by design * Written from a perspective honoring those entrusted with the many functions and processes related to the law of crimes * Uses a more Socratic method than the competitors by emphasizing the jurisprudential wisdom behind particular laws

Phishing for Nazis - Conspiracies, Anonymous Communications and White Supremacy Networks on the Dark Web (Paperback): Lev Topor Phishing for Nazis - Conspiracies, Anonymous Communications and White Supremacy Networks on the Dark Web (Paperback)
Lev Topor
R1,063 Discovery Miles 10 630 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Phishing for Nazis is an evidence-based, undercover study of neo-Nazi communities on anonymous communication platforms that helps to shine a light on the dark web. It unveils how hatred and conspiracies spread and thrive online and how white supremacy is becoming prominent as extremists find shelter in the online dank underbelly of society. Phishing for Nazis explains how online manifestations of hate radicalize people into taking "real-world" action, such as shooting sprees. Methodologically, this book is unique, as it incorporates undercover cyberethnography, a method frequently used by law enforcement and intelligence agencies, unlike traditional academic studies of racism or social behavior that rely on secondary sources or surveys. With a particular interest on how race issues translate online, the book presents the true phenomenon of racism without relying on political correctness or whitewashing. It contributes to the field of cyber communication, as it details why and how people communicate and manage entire communities without knowing one another. The book also contributes to public policy, regulators, and technology companies as they deal with the practice of online anonymity and extremism.

Law, Practice and Politics of Forensic DNA Profiling - Forensic Genetics and their Technolegal Worlds (Paperback): Victor Toom,... Law, Practice and Politics of Forensic DNA Profiling - Forensic Genetics and their Technolegal Worlds (Paperback)
Victor Toom, Matthias Wienroth, Amade M'Charek
R1,134 Discovery Miles 11 340 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This collection reviews developments in DNA profiling across jurisdictions with a focus on scientific and technological developments as well as their political, ethical, and socio-legal aspects. Written by leading scholars in the fields of social studies of forensic science, science and technology studies and socio-legal studies, the book provides state-of-the-art analyses of forensic DNA practices in a diverse range of jurisdictions, new and emerging forensic genetics technologies and issues of legitimacy. The work articulates the various forms of technolegal politics involved in the everyday, standardised and emerging practices of forensic genetics and engages with the most recent scholarly and policy literature. In analyses of empirical cases, and by taking into account the most recent technolegal developments, the book explores what it means to live in a world that is increasingly governed through anticipatory crime control and its related risk management and bio-surveillance mechanisms, which intervene with and produce political and legal subjectivities through human bodies in their DNA. This volume is an invaluable resource for those working in the areas of social studies of forensic science, science and technology studies, socio-legal studies, sociology, anthropology, ethics, law, politics and international relations.

Disneyization of Drug Use - Understanding Atypical Intoxication in Party Zones (Paperback): Tim Turner Disneyization of Drug Use - Understanding Atypical Intoxication in Party Zones (Paperback)
Tim Turner
R1,174 Discovery Miles 11 740 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Disneyization of Drug Use offers an innovative, ground-up understanding of the atypical patterns of illegal drug use that often permeate multi-day party zones such as nightlife tourist resorts and music festivals. Drawing on ethnographic research conducted over three summers in Ibiza, the book contextualizes the drug and alcohol-related experiences of tourists and seasonal workers operating in the island's infamously hedonistic party spaces. Through an innovative application of Alan Bryman's (2004) seminal work, The Disneyization of Society, the book argues how the same marketing principles that generate consumption in the legal economy of Disney theme parks also drives illicit drug use in Ibiza and music festivals, where the line between legal and illegal substances rapidly blurs to the point of collapse. This highly innovative book offers rich insights into the complex interplay between drug and alcohol use, agency, pleasure, risk, consumerism, and social context. It will be of great appeal to academics and students interested in the fields of cultural criminology, deviant leisure, drug and alcohol studies, youth culture, and ethnographic research methods.

Understanding Victimology - An Active-Learning Approach (Hardcover): Shelly Clevenger, Jordana N. Navarro, Catherine D. Marcum,... Understanding Victimology - An Active-Learning Approach (Hardcover)
Shelly Clevenger, Jordana N. Navarro, Catherine D. Marcum, George E. Higgins
R8,314 Discovery Miles 83 140 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Understanding Victimology: An Active-Learning Approach explains what the field of victimology is-including its major theoretical perspectives and research methods-and provides insight into the dynamics of various offline and online crimes from the victims' vantage point. It is the only textbook to provide numerous innovative active learning exercises to enhance and reinforce student learning, and it addresses important contemporary topics that have thus far not been covered by other victimology texts, including identity theft, hate crimes, and terrorism. This unique and relevant work is ideal for students, academics, and practitioners who are interested in a comprehensive introduction to victimology.

Exploring High-risk Offender Treatment and the Role of Music Therapy (Paperback): Louise Sicard Exploring High-risk Offender Treatment and the Role of Music Therapy (Paperback)
Louise Sicard
R1,178 Discovery Miles 11 780 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Exploring High-risk Offender Treatment and the Role of Music Therapy explores the treatment delivered to high-risk offenders with complex needs, focusing on sex and violent offenders. The book advocates for the further use of less traditional and creative therapies, in particular, music therapy. The higher the risk, the greater the needs. Offenders with complex needs have a range of factors impacting their abilities and well-being including mental health and learning disorders. Importantly, high-risk offenders commonly present with complex needs and, therefore, require treatment that is highly responsive. Guiding this book is the existing literature and qualitative research, conducted by the author, that sought to gain the perspectives and experiences of practitioners in the field. This included 38 interviews with those that deliver treatment to high-risk offenders and music therapy. This book examines the components of high-risk offender treatment, highlighting the effective elements and the limitations found within the literature and from the perspective of interviewed practitioners. Offering insight into less traditional therapies, the book presents literature surrounding mindfulness, psychodrama and art therapy for high-risk offenders. It is argued that there has been a recent shift towards a creative corrections approach, where less traditional therapies are gaining recognition within offender treatment, as they offer unique and supportive benefits to traditional treatment. This book focuses on examining the role of music therapy for high-risk offenders, mainly through a critical discussion on the relevant literature and qualitative practitioner data. Advocating the further implementation of creative corrections approaches, this book will be of great interest to academics and researchers within the fields of offender treatment and penology, as well as forensic psychologists and those studying or practicing music therapy.

Elite Deviance (Hardcover, 11th edition): David Simon Elite Deviance (Hardcover, 11th edition)
David Simon
R5,404 Discovery Miles 54 040 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Tracing the causes of elite deviance to the structure of U.S. power and wealth, this book introduces students to theories of elite deviance and covers both criminal and non-criminal elite acts that cause significant harm. This considerably updated, 11th edition enriches its coverage of both historical and contemporary elite deviance. Updates include: New and expanded discussions on history, property, and historical critique from Revolutionary America onward. New analysis on Donald Trump: his cabinet members of the political elite, his relationship with the EPA, and his business connections. Investigation into Caribbean and European tax havens. An extended review on elite deviance and increasing inequalities. Very current information and examples of scandals in international conflicts. The section on changing media patterns.

Forensic Psychology (Paperback): Neil Gredecki, Polly Turner Forensic Psychology (Paperback)
Neil Gredecki, Polly Turner
R1,189 Discovery Miles 11 890 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Accessible, integrated text ideal for courses in forensic psychology Comprehensive academic and professional insight into field Includes case examples to bring psychology to life

Witness Protection and Criminal Justice in Africa - Nigeria in International Perspective (Hardcover): Suzzie Oyakhire Witness Protection and Criminal Justice in Africa - Nigeria in International Perspective (Hardcover)
Suzzie Oyakhire
R3,977 Discovery Miles 39 770 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book examines the concept of witness protection which is still at an early developmental stage in several African countries including Nigeria, from a legal and institutional perspective. Recent developments in Nigeria highlight the need to clarify legal and conceptual issues within the existing legal framework for protecting witnesses. Using the Nigerian case study, the book illustrates some obscurities inherent in the concept of witness protection. These are highlighted around five critical areas: the definition of witness protection; the scope of beneficiaries requiring protection; the nature of crimes necessitating protection; the nature of protective measures; and the administrative control of witness protection. Specifically, this book draws from the existing literature and practices of witness protection and adopts two distinct perspectives: the criminal justice perspectives and human rights perspectives as heuristic tools for analysing the concept and to separate the disparate influences that shape how it is construed. These distinctions are utilised throughout the book as an integrated way of conceptualising the concept of witness protection. By discussing the practice of witness protection within the Nigerian context, the book contributes to African conversations on the topic of witness protection. The clarifications made in this book are utilised in making normative proposals for developing a legal framework for witness protection in Nigeria. They are also useful for other African countries interested in developing a witness protection framework as part of criminal justice reform. This book will serve as a reference point for legal scholars, researchers, academics, (postgraduate) students and policy makers interested in the concept of witness protection. It would also be useful for courses 'concerned with comparative criminology where there is an interest in developments in the Global South.'

Reporting on Sexual Violence in the #MeToo Era (Paperback): Andrea Baker, Usha Manchanda Rodrigues Reporting on Sexual Violence in the #MeToo Era (Paperback)
Andrea Baker, Usha Manchanda Rodrigues
R1,098 Discovery Miles 10 980 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

- Topic timely and important: connects established and emerging journalism practices to changing discourses about sexual violence.. - Diverse range of perspectives, international in scope. Including contributions from authors situated in: Australia, US, Denmark, Sweden, Japan, India, Norway, Israel. - No other academic book on the market which explores sexual violence in the hashtag era of #metoo, #blacklivesmatter, #SayHerName from an intersectional lens

Crime, Criminal Justice and Religion - A Critical Appraisal (Paperback): Philip Birch, Conor Murray, Andrew McInnes Crime, Criminal Justice and Religion - A Critical Appraisal (Paperback)
Philip Birch, Conor Murray, Andrew McInnes
R1,138 Discovery Miles 11 380 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Crime, Criminal Justice and Religion: A Critical Appraisal seeks to bridge a gap in the examination of crime and criminal justice by taking both a historical and a contemporary lens to explore the influence of religion. Offering unique perspectives that consider the impact on modern-day policy and practice, the book scrutinises a range of issues such as abortion, hate crime and desistance as well as reflecting upon the influence religion can have on criminal justice professions. The book acts to renew the importance of, and recognise, the influence and impact religion has in terms of how we view and ultimately address crime and deliver criminal justice. One of the first books to cover the area of crime, criminal justice and religion, the book is split into three parts, with part 1 - 'Contextualising Crime, Criminal Justice and Religion' - providing an introduction to crime, criminal justice and religion, and reflections on the role religion has had, and continues to have, in how crime is understood and how we respond to it. Part 2 - 'Appraisal of Institutions and Professional Practice' - considers the issue of religion through institutions and professions of criminal justice, such as the police and legal profession, while part 3 - 'Appraisal of Contemporary Issues' - explores a range of crime and criminal justice issues in on which religion has had an impact, such as the death penalty and terrorism. Crime, Criminal Justice and Religion will be of primary interest to academics, researchers and students in criminology, law, sociology, psychology, social policy and related Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences disciplines. It will also be of interest to theologians, both as scholars and practitioners. The book is a body of work that will appeal at an international level and will also be a key resource for a range of practitioners across the globe working on issues concerning crime and criminal justice.

Eliminating Online Child Sexual Abuse Material (Paperback): Rick Brown Eliminating Online Child Sexual Abuse Material (Paperback)
Rick Brown
R1,124 Discovery Miles 11 240 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book uses a crime science approach to explore the ways in which child sexual abuse material (CSAM) can be tackled. It describes the CSAM ecosystem, focusing on the ways in which it is produced, distributed and consumed and explores different interventions that can be used to tackle each issue. Eliminating Online Child Sexual Abuse Material provides a methodical approach to unpacking and understanding this growing problem, identifies approaches that have been shown to work and offers alternatives that might be tried. This analysis is set within a crime sciences context that draws on rational choice, routine activities, situation crime prevention and environmental criminology to better understand the nature of the problem and the potential ways in which it may be solved. This book is intended for policy-makers and practitioners working in child protection, online harms and related areas and for students studying sexual violence or internet-related crime. The book will also be of interest to crime scientists as it provides another example of how the approach can be used to understand and reduce crime.

The Norwegian Prison System - Halden Prison and Beyond (Paperback): Are Hoidal, Nina Hanssen The Norwegian Prison System - Halden Prison and Beyond (Paperback)
Are Hoidal, Nina Hanssen
R1,114 Discovery Miles 11 140 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

* Presents a detailed picture of the operations of Halden Prison and the principles and policies of the Norwegian correctional service. * Offers lessons for incorporating practices of humane care and custody of imprisoned populations. * Essential reading for academics and students engaged in the study of criminology, corrections, and penology, as well as practitioners, administrators, judges, policymakers, and advocates.

Rape Unresolved - Victims and Police Responses in South Africa (Paperback): Dee Smythe Rape Unresolved - Victims and Police Responses in South Africa (Paperback)
Dee Smythe
R386 R302 Discovery Miles 3 020 Save R84 (22%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Of the approximately 50,000 rape cases reported in South Africa every year, 30,000 - 35,000 simply disappear. The majority are closed by the police: case withdrawn, undetected, unfounded. Prosecutors decline to prosecute approximately half those referred to them. Of the remainder that are prosecuted, around 40% result in conviction. This translates into an overall conviction rate of between 4-8% of reported cases. To understand the criminal justice system's failure to adequately deal with sexual violence, one needs to start with the police. This book tells the story of some of the cases reported to the South African Police Service and how they were dealt with. Through a detailed qualitative review of rape dockets the author provides novel insights into police responses to rape. A key insight from the study is that while stereotypes certainly abound, it is in the process of investigating rape cases that things fall apart. Here we see the impact of poor investigative skills and a systemic breakdown in supervision at station level. The (unexpected) result, as the cases in this study show, is to shift responsibility for the investigation of these cases - and their ultimate failure - onto the complainant. The book shines new light on complainant withdrawals, false rape complaints and police responses to rape, issues which are problematic in South Africa but not unfamiliar elsewhere. Recommended for: Local and international academics concerned with policing and gender-based violence, policy-makers working on improving criminal justice responses to rape, and general readers interested in understanding the failure of the criminal justice system to deal with rape.

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