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Crime and Punishment in America [2 volumes] - An Encyclopedia of Trends and Controversies in the Justice System (Hardcover)
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Crime and Punishment in America [2 volumes] - An Encyclopedia of Trends and Controversies in the Justice System (Hardcover)
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Covering some of the most hotly contested topics in crime and
criminal justice, including proposed sentencing and prison reforms,
controversial developments like Stand Your Ground laws, and Supreme
Court decisions, this work supplies essential background, current
data, and a range of viewpoints on these important issues. Should
people be able to use lethal force before retreating? What are the
arguments for and against executing mentally ill inmates? Should
police always need warrants to search individuals or their
property? How can we best hold accountable white collar offenders?
Why do men perpetrate crime at higher rates than women? This
two-volume set grapples with the answers to these complex questions
and many more, enabling readers to better understand current
crime/punishment issues within the context of America's
ever-evolving culture, economy, and politics. This
multidisciplinary reference work offers a current and thorough
compilation of the most important and hotly contested topics
related to crime and criminal justice. Organized alphabetically,
each entry presents scholarly research and authoritative sources to
inform readers about the subject. Provides readers with a thorough
analysis of the most controversial topics in criminal justice that
includes contributions from renowned scholars, activists, victim
service providers, and other experts Addresses current trends and
problems in America's criminal justice system Includes tables,
graphs, and charts tracking the most important developments related
to crime, sentencing, and the prison system
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