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The Convict Christ by Call Number: HV8687 .S66 2006ISBN: 9781570756481Publication Date: 2006-03-01"An inmate for life, Jens Soeing tells stories of prison life that are shocking ans inspiring. He confronts us with Jesus' challenge to love not only the least amongst us but those who are perceived as the worst amongst us.
Criminal Justice and Moral Issues by Call Number: HV7419 .M43 2006ISBN: 1931719624Publication Date: 2005-09-01"This text addresses the following two questions: "What kinds of problems can the law solve?" and "What kinds of problems does the law create?"
Using these questions as starting points, Meier and Geis evenhandedly explore the role and function of law relating to six major issues that often divide Americans today: prostitution, drug use, homosexuality, abortion, pornography, and gambling. Statutes and public opinion have shifted dramatically over recent decades in regard to these behaviors. The book details these developments and offers explanations of why they have occurred." -- Provided by Publisher.
Criminal Justice in America by Call Number: HV9950 .C6 2006ISBN: 9780495095309Publication Date: 2007-01-04"With Cole and Smith's CRIMINAL JUSTICE IN AMERICA, Fifth Edition, you'll experience the field in real and exciting ways, AND excel in this course with the book's many effective study tools. You'll learn about the field's many new career opportunities. You'll read the true stories of offenders and their experiences within the system. You'll learn about the crucial role that public policy plays in understanding the workings of the criminal justice system. And you'll be exposed to the hot issues that are changing the face of criminal justice. " -- Provided by Publisher.
Demystifying Crime and Criminal Justice by Call Number: HV6251 .D45 2006ISBN: 9781933220161Publication Date: 2005-10-01"Demystifying Crime and Criminal Justice addresses many of the American public's misconceptions about crime and criminal justice. Many of these inaccurate conclusions are based on myths, and each of this anthology's twenty-seven articles demystifies or debunks one of these current myths. Written in clear, accessible language, this text engages readers with straightforward analysis and cutting-edge research. Designed to stimulate critical thinking and classroom discussion, this anthology will provide students with a deeper understanding of crime and criminal justice." -- Provided by Publisher.
Trial and Error in Criminal Justice Reform by Call Number: HV9950 .B497 2010ISBN: 9780877667674Publication Date: 2010-06-07"The reluctance of criminal justice policymakers to talk openly about failure, the authors argue, has stunted the public conversation about crime in this country and stifled new ideas. It has also contributed to our inability to address such problems as chronic offending in low-income neighborhoods, an overreliance on incarceration, the misuse of pretrial detention, and the high rates of recidivism among parolees. Berman and Fox offer students and policymakers an escape from this fate by writing about failure in the criminal justice system. Their goal is to encourage a more forthright dialogue about criminal justice, one that acknowledges that many new initiatives fail and that no one knows for certain how to reduce crime. For the authors, this is not a source of pessimism, but a call to action. " -- Provided by Publisher.
Under a Watchful Eye by Call Number: KF9223 .B56 2009ISBN: 9780275994068Publication Date: 2009-06-08"Throwing light on a timely and controversial subject, this volume considers the privacy rights of alleged criminals, convicted criminals, crime victims, and justice personnel―and the violation of those rights―in light of post-9/11 privacy policy changes." -- Provided by Publisher.
Conducting Research in Juvenile and Criminal Justice Settings by ISBN: 9780199782857Publication Date: 2012-05-11"Research in criminal justice settings represents unique challenges that require rigorous designs and a suite of methods, as well as the tools to navigate a complex system. With this accessible and practical guide, readers will encounter a wide range of study types and data sources, along with strengths and weaknesses to consider with each as they conceptualize, implement, and analyze their research." -- Provided by Publisher.
Criminal Justice by ISBN: 9781909976009Publication Date: 2014-03-01"The most straightforward overview available covering the entire criminal justice system. A ‘no frills' explanation for beginners." -- Provided by Publisher.
Criminal Justice at the Crossroads by ISBN: 9780231171373Publication Date: 2015-05-05"Strategies that focus on behavior change are much more productive and cost effective for reducing crime than punishment, and in this book, William R. Kelly discusses the policy, process, and funding innovations and priorities that the United States needs to effectively reduce crime, recidivism, victimization, and cost. He recommends proactive, evidence-based interventions to address criminogenic behavior; collaborative decision making from a variety of professions and disciplines; and a focus on innovative alternatives to incarceration, such as problem-solving courts and probation." -- Provided by Publisher.
Introduction to Criminal Justice Research Methods by ISBN: 9780398087982Publication Date: 2014-07-07" The detailed information that is generated by research is a management tool that has become a significant part of criminal justice operations. The text discusses the purposes, process, and uses of research that focus on identifying what information is already known about a particular topic or question. Ethical issues in criminal justice research are reviewed, as is investigating the validity and reliability of crime data sources. " -- Provided by Publisher.
Perspectives on Evaluating Criminal Justice and Corrections by ISBN: 9781780526447Publication Date: 2012-06-20"A comprehensive and authoritative overview of issues relating to the evaluation of criminal justice/corrections'interventions', this unique reference draws on a variety of theoretical, cultural and epistemological perspectives with authors from a range of disciplines and countries." -- Provided by Publisher.
When choosing a resource, it is important to determine the credibility and reliability of that resource. To do that, we recommend the CRAP test:
Currency - What is the publication date? and how does this date impact your topic of research? The subject of your research will impact the need for currency in publication.
Relevancy - Does this resource actually deal with your topic? Be careful that you aren't choosing a resource just because it has your keyword somewhere in the title or contents. Make sure the work has a substantial portion that directly addresses your subject area.
Authority/Accuracy - Who is the author of the resource? Do they have substantial academic or professional experience and credentials that give them the authority to speak on this topic?
Purpose/Point-of-view - Why was this resource written? To inform or persuade? Be aware of any bias that the author may have toward your subject that could taint the authority and reliability of the information provided in their work.
For example, let's perform the CRAP test on one of the resources listed on this page:
Gibson, Bryan. Criminal Justice : A Beginner's Guide. Waterside Press, 2014.
Currency: The currency of the resource will depend on the topic of your research. If you are looking at the history of the criminal justice system in the United States, you would have a broader date range of applicable materials than if you were researching emerging trends in the criminal justice system. Your topic determines the currency needs of your research.
This book was published in 2014, so it is only a few years old. Let's say our research is about current trends in the criminal justice system. This book would be new enough to have information that is useful to our research topic.
Relevancy: You want the resource to deal specifically with your subject. You will often locate sources that contain your key search terms but fail to actually discuss in any detail your topic of interest. Choose books that have at least a chapter about your specific topic of interest.
The main subject headings of this book are Administration of Criminal justice,Criminal law, and Criminal procedure, all of which deal with our subject of the criminal justice system. Looking at the table of contents, there is also an entire devoted to Modern Developments in the criminal justice system.
Authority/Accuracy: Do a little background check to make sure that the author and publisher have professional and/or academic experience with your topic. You want to choose resources that have been written by persons who are knowledgeable and respected in the subject discipline.
The book provides a brief bio of the author, revealing that Mr. Gibson has professional experience in the criminal justice system and has extensive experience as a writer and editor within the subject area of crime and punishment. Also, Waterside Press, is a respected publisher of works dealing with different areas of interest concerning the legal system.
Purpose/Point-of-view: Be aware of the purpose of the resource and be leery of works created to persuade the reader towards a certain point-of-view.
This books exists to inform readers concerning the basics of criminal justice.
This resource has passed the CRAP test and can be confidently used as a credible and reliable resource for our research!