Introduction to Criminal Justice - Softcover

Stephanie Manzi (author) & Sean Varano (author)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1793539022 ISBN 13: 9781793539021

Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing, 2022

Synopsis

Introduction to Criminal Justice provides students with a comprehensive overview of four key, topical areas within criminal justice: the law, the police, the courts, and corrections.

In Unit I, The Law, students read articles that examine the purpose of the law in general, as well as the specific purposes of criminal law, and also address the complex question of "What is crime?" Unit II features readings that focus on law enforcement in America, police operations, and police discretion. Students consider the unique roles of police officers and how their professional responsibilities often conflict with each other, sometimes resulting in conflict and tension within the communities they are meant to serve.

In Unit III, The Courts, students are presented with an overview of the U.S. court system; the qualifications, roles, and responsibilities of key decision-makers in criminal courts; and the sentencing of convicted offenders. The final unit explains how the theories, purposes, and techniques of punishment have changed over the centuries and explores the state of corrections in modern-day practice.

Designed to provide students with an invaluable knowledge base in the discipline, Introduction to Criminal Justice is an ideal textbook for foundational courses and programs in criminal justice.

About this title

About the Author

Stephanie Manzi is a professor of criminal justice within the School of Justice Studies at Roger Williams University. She holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. from the University of Maryland College Park. Sean Varano is a professor of criminal justice in the School of Justice Studies at Roger Williams University. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. from Michigan State University and a B.A. from Pennsylvania State University.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1793539022
• ISBN 13: 9781793539021
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 350