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For introductory courses in criminal justice.
The gold standard for criminal justice texts
Criminal Justice: A Brief Introduction examines crime in the US, with a focus on police, courts and corrections. Students contemplate the fine line separating freedom from security and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the US justice system. A wealth of internet resources along with author tweets (@schmalleger) build on ideas in the text, while keeping pace with changes in the field.
The 13th Edition emphasizes the need for systemic change. It includes revised coverage of large-scale crimes pervasive in the US, as well as policing issues and challenges, sentencing guidelines, and state laws redefining the age of criminal responsibility.