Introduction To Criminal Justice eBook

Introduction to Criminal Justice: Systems, Diversity, and Change, Fifth Edition offers students a brief, yet thorough, introduction to criminal justice with up-to-date coverage of all aspects of the system in succinct and engaging chapters. Authors Callie Marie Rennison and Mary Dodge weave four true criminal case studies throughout the book, capturing students’ attention with memorable stories that illustrate the real-life pathways and outcomes of criminal behavior and victimization. These case studies provide a fresh, exciting, and practical view of the interconnected criminal justice system. The text also explores often-overlooked topics such as victims, terrorism, white-collar crime, diversity, and the role of the media, providing a more complete understanding of the system’s complexities.

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