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CRIMINOLOGY FOR DUMMIES
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| By: |
Steven Briggs |
| Format: |
Electronic book text |
| List price:
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£19.19 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0470588993 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780470588994 |
| Publisher: |
JOHN WILEY & SONS INC |
| Pub. date: |
27 August, 2009 |
| Pages: |
384 |
| Synopsis: |
Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented. Enter the world of crime ? understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society Identify different types of crime ? from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes Know who commits crimes, and why ? explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes Take it to the streets ? follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys Seek justice ? meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished Deal with juveniles ? know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently, and review modern methods for treatment Open the book and find: Common criminal traits The causes of violent crimes Recent efforts to secure victims' rights The processes used to solve crimes A step-by-step walkthrough of the criminal justice process Ways to recognize and fight back against crime Jobs in the criminal justice field Ten notorious, unsolved crimes |
| Publication: |
US |
| Imprint: |
For Dummies |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |
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