The Criminal Justice System
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The Criminal Justice System by Bryan Gibson
Offers an overview of the Criminal Justice System, its framework, institutions, practitioners and working methods. This book describes the wide-ranging developments and changes that have taken place in relation to crime prevention, public safety and the punishment of offenders.
'This is an excellent book and is one which any student studing criminal justice should buyThe book will be particular interest to my first year undergraduate students studying an 'Introduction to Criminal Process and Procedure' module. This text will be key in assisting them in their academic journey. A recommended buy for my students!': Laura Monteith, Runshaw College. 'This is a book, which can be purchased and read by the man in the street without having concern about misunderstanding words, expressions, etc. For the more legal minded it is a superb introduction to any legal aspect before advancing into a more complicated legal tome. It is book that can be recommended to anyone requiring clarification on a legal subject in plain words': Internet Law Book Reviews 'The range of topics is broad and apt. The language is accessible and the layout clear. There are short sections on the successive steps involved as an offence is investigated, a suspect charged, convicted, imprisoned and released under supervision. The agencies which support and invigilate the process are introduced and there is a useful glossary': Independent Monitor 'Up to date information on recent changes. Very well written in clear informative style. Good definitions and Glossary': Ann Kneebone, Truro and Penwith College
Bryan Gibson is a barrister-at-law and editor-in-chief, Waterside Press.Paul Cavadino is chief executive of Nacro.David Faulkner is a senior research fellow at the Centre for Criminological Research, Oxford University.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781904380436 |
| ISBN 10 | 1904380433 |
| Title | The Criminal Justice System |
| Author | Bryan Gibson |
| Series | Introductory Series |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Waterside Press |
| Year published | 2008-05-16 |
| Number of pages | 242 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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