Bøger af Cliff Roberson

Revised edition of the authors' Family violence, 2014.

Updated to reflect changes in the criminal justice systems in several countries, the second edition of this textbook explores and illustrates the idea that a country¿s legal model influences the character of its police, corrections, and legal system. Each chapter is designed as an independent unit of study and includes new pedagogical features such as a list of learning objectives, classroom exercises, and a summary. Covering the different major legal models in the world in a concise and thorough manner, it is ideal for a one-semester course.

Addresses ethical issues for law enforcement and correctional personnel. Written in an easy-to-understand format, this text encourages students to develop fresh insights by considering such topics as abuse of authority as well as prejudice and discrimination in the criminal justice system.