Introduction to Criminal Justice - International Student Edition
Systems, Diversity, and Change
Third Edition
- Callie Marie Rennison - University of Colorado Denver, USA
- Mary Dodge - University of Colorado Denver, USA
March 2019 | SAGE Publications, Inc
“The contemporary issues and challenges confronting the U.S. justice system are critically and comprehensively examined in the latest edition of Introduction to Criminal Justice: Systems, Diversity, and Change. The text applies a unique lens to understanding the interconnected nature of crime and justice, the role of diversity, and how technology has changed the field of law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system.”
—Christina Mancini, Virginia Commonwealth University
Helping students develop a passion to learn more about the dynamic field of criminal justice, this concise bestseller introduces students to the criminal justice system by following the case studies of four individuals in their real-life progression through the system. Each case study is strategically woven throughout the book to help students remember core concepts and make connections between different branches of the system. In addition to illustrating the real-life pathways and outcomes of criminal behavior and victimization, authors Callie Marie Rennison and Mary Dodge provide students with a more inclusive overview of criminal justice by offering insight into overlooked demographics and the perspectives of victims.
This newly revised Third Edition encourages students to think critically and discuss issues affecting today’s criminal justice system with engaging coverage of victims, criminal justice professionals, offenders, and controversial issues found in the criminal justice process.
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—Christina Mancini, Virginia Commonwealth University
Helping students develop a passion to learn more about the dynamic field of criminal justice, this concise bestseller introduces students to the criminal justice system by following the case studies of four individuals in their real-life progression through the system. Each case study is strategically woven throughout the book to help students remember core concepts and make connections between different branches of the system. In addition to illustrating the real-life pathways and outcomes of criminal behavior and victimization, authors Callie Marie Rennison and Mary Dodge provide students with a more inclusive overview of criminal justice by offering insight into overlooked demographics and the perspectives of victims.
This newly revised Third Edition encourages students to think critically and discuss issues affecting today’s criminal justice system with engaging coverage of victims, criminal justice professionals, offenders, and controversial issues found in the criminal justice process.
A Complete Teaching & Learning Package
SAGE Premium Video
Included in the interactive eBook! SAGE Premium Video tools and resources feature criminal justice in action, career insights, engaging interviews with those profiled in the text’s case studies, author discussions of tough concepts, animated decision-making scenarios, and news clips of current events to boost comprehension and bolster analysis. Preview a video now.
Interactive eBook
Includes access to SAGE Premium Video, multimedia tools, and much more! Save when you bundle the interactive eBook with the new edition. Order using bundle ISBN: 9781544364667.
SAGE coursepacks
FREE! Easily import our quality instructor and student resource content into your school’s learning management system (LMS) and save time. Learn more.
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SAGE course outcomes: Measure Results, Track Success
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Part I: Foundations
Chapter 1. An Introduction to Crime and the Criminal Justice System
| Introduction: Making Our Way Through the Criminal Justice System |
| What Is the Criminal Justice System? |
| How Does the Criminal Justice System Work? |
| Crime and the Importance of Personal Liberties |
| What Is Crime? |
| Crime Definitions Change Over Time |
| The Criminal Justice System: Purpose and Perspectives |
| Criminal Justice and Public Policy |
| Crime and the Media |
| Criminal Justice Versus Criminology |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 2. The Nature and Extent of Crime
| Introduction: Why and How Is Crime Measured? |
| Measuring Violent and Property Crime |
| Violent and Property Crime Rates and Trends |
| Measuring Cybercrime |
| Measuring Terrorism |
| Measuring White-Collar Crime |
| Fear and Risk of Victimization |
| Theory in Criminal Justice |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 3. Criminal Justice and the Law
| Introduction: The Development of Law |
| History of Law |
| The Role and Purpose of Law |
| Sources of Criminal Law |
| Types of Law |
| Legal Definitions |
| Criminal Defenses |
| Evolving Standards and Practices |
| The Rights of Victims |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
PART II: LAW ENFORCEMENT
Chapter 4. The History of Policing
| Introduction: Policing as a Dynamic Entity |
| Early English Policing |
| Colonial America and Policing |
| Advancing Professionalism in Policing: 20th-Century Reform |
| Technology |
| Diversity in Policing |
| Unrest in Policing (1960s and 1970s) |
| Policing as More Than Law Enforcement |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 5. On the Streets: Organization, Responsibilities, and Challenges
| Introduction: Contemporary Policing |
| Who Are the Police? |
| Community Policing |
| Intelligence-Led/Evidence-Based Policing |
| 21st-Century Policing |
| Controversial Issues in Policing |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 6. Police and the Rule of Law
| Introduction: The Importance of Justice, Law, and Order |
| Police and the Courts |
| Due Process and Police Activities |
| Technology |
| Warrant Requirements and Serving Warrants |
| Custodial Interrogation |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Part III: Courts
Chapter 7. The Courts and Judiciary
| Introduction: The Court Process |
| Federal and State Court Systems |
| Court Congestion and the Consequences |
| Specialized and Problem-Solving Courts |
| The Judiciary |
| Diversity in the Judiciary |
| Court Administration and Management |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 8. The Prosecution, Defense, and Pretrial Activities
| Introduction: Actors and Procedures in the Courtroom |
| The Prosecutor |
| The Defense Attorney |
| After the Arrest: Charging the Defendant |
| Bail and Pretrial Events |
| Plea Bargains |
| Discovery and Motions |
| Scheduling and the Right to a Speedy Trial |
| Jury Selection |
| The Trial Day Arrives |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 9. The Criminal Trial and Sentencing
| Introduction: The Criminal Trial and Sentencing |
| Presentation of Opening Statements |
| Presentation of Closing Arguments |
| Judge’s Charge to the Jury |
| Jury Deliberation |
| Reading of the Verdict |
| Sentencing |
| A Special Criminal Trial: Capital Cases |
| Victims of Crime and the Criminal Trial |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Part IV: Corrections
Chapter 10. Correctional Responses in the Community
| Introduction: Corrections in the Community |
| The History of Corrections in the Community in the United States |
| Contemporary Use of Corrections in the Community |
| Goals of Correctional Responses in the Community |
| Types of Correctional Responses in the Community |
| Effectiveness of Corrections in the Community |
| Technology and Community Corrections |
| Victims and Corrections in the Community |
| Probation Officers |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 11. Institutional Corrections
| Introduction: Institutional Corrections |
| Historical Perspectives in Institutional Corrections |
| Current Perspectives in Institutional Corrections |
| Contemporary Jails and Lockups |
| Contemporary Prisons |
| Technology and Institutional Corrections |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 12. Prison Life and Life After Prison
| Introduction: Living in Prison |
| Classification Systems and Solitary Confinement |
| Prison Violence |
| Prison Challenges |
| Life After Prison: Parole and Reentry |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Part V. Beyond the Basics
Chapter 13. The Juvenile Justice System
| Introduction: The Juvenile Justice System |
| Juvenile Justice: A Brief History |
| Establishing Juvenile Rights |
| The Contemporary Juvenile Justice System |
| Steps in the Juvenile Justice System |
| Victims |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Chapter 14. Exploring Specialized and Topical Issues
| Introduction: Overview of Specialized and Topical Issues |
| Terrorism and Homeland Security |
| Terrorism and the Criminal Trial |
| Domestic Human and Sex Trafficking |
| Hate Crimes and Bias-Motivated Crimes |
| Violence Against College Students |
| Transnational Crime |
| Forensic Science |
| CSI Effect |
| Chapter Wrap-Up |
Appendix: The Bill of Rights
Glossary
Notes
Index