A Dictionary of Criminal Justice

by Peter Joyce
A Dictionary of Criminal Justice
Author: Peter Joyce
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2010
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0415492459
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The first three sections of the book explore in turn key definitions, key pieces of legislation and key documents that have helped to shape the operations of the criminal justice system, whilst the fourth details websites of particular relevance to this field. As such, this dictionary provides an extensive but accessible introduction to the important terms that relate to both the development and the contemporary processes of criminal justice. It also succeeds in placing the UK criminal justice system within an international setting through the inclusion of entries that acknowledge the global setting in which British justice operates. --

Historical Dictionary of American Criminal Justice

by Matthew J. Sheridan
Historical Dictionary of American Criminal Justice
Author: Matthew J. Sheridan
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 506
Release: 2019-02-15
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1538111411
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There has never been a more important time for those involved in criminal justice policy, operations and civil service to know their history. The Historical Dictionary of American Criminal Justice provides a comprehensive overview of the development of criminal justice in the United States. Criminal justice is a multidisciplinary endeavor, emerging across time and place through the fields of philosophy, law, biology, anthropology, and sociology. Developments occur quickly and regularly, the meanings of which are deeply embedded, not only in an historical context, but in complicated social, economic, and political circumstances as well. The field is particularly vulnerable to the exploitations of power being as closely aligned with the forces of social control as it is. The Historical Dictionary of American Criminal Justice contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1,200 cross-referenced entries on the most relevant concepts, cases, people, and terms. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about American criminal justice.

A Dictionary of Law

by Elizabeth A. Martin
A Dictionary of Law
Author: Elizabeth A. Martin
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Total Pages: 624
Release: 2009-06-11
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0191047694
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This best-selling dictionary is an authoritative and comprehensive source of jargon-free legal information. It contains over 4,200 entries that clearly define the major terms, concepts, processes, and the organization of the English legal system. This is a reissue with new covers and essential updates to account for recent changes. Highlighted feature entries discuss key topics in detail, for example adoption law, the appeals system, statement of terms of employment, and terrorism acts, and there is a useful Writing and Citation Guide that specifically addresses problems and established conventions for writing legal essays and reports. Now providing more information than ever before, this edition features recommended web links for many entries, which are accessed and kept up to date via the Dictionary of Law companion website. Described by leading university lecturers as 'the best law dictionary' and 'excellent for non-law students as well as law undergraduates', this classic dictionary is an invaluable source of legal reference for professionals, students, and anyone else needing succinct clarification of legal terms. Focusing primarily on English law, it also provides a one-stop source of information for any of the many countries that base their legal system on English law.

The American Dictionary of Criminal Justice

by Dean J. Champion
The American Dictionary of Criminal Justice
Author: Dean J. Champion
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2005
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780810854062
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Combines a dictionary of key legal terms with an index of leading United States Supreme Court cases indexed by type of case, such as death penalty, right to counsel, and searches and seizures. The new edition of this resource for students, practitioners, and others who need access to criminal justice information contains 125 new U.S. Supreme Court cases, as well as over 5000 terms, concepts, and names. Includes index.

Bilingual Dictionary of Criminal Justice Terms (English/Spanish)

by Virginia Benmaman
Bilingual Dictionary of Criminal Justice Terms (English/Spanish)
Author: Virginia Benmaman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 286
Release: 1991
Genre: Criminal law
ISBN:
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A current, comprehensive collection defined in both English & Spanish. Reflects significant Penal Code offenses & Criminal Procedure terms. Also includes a Spanish-English index & flow charts of criminal justice procedure, indicating the steps from the commission of an offense & arrest to trial & disposition of a case, 11 penal offense charts of the major categories of penal offenses & the corresponding offenses within each category.

A Dictionary of Law Enforcement

by Graham Gooch
A Dictionary of Law Enforcement
Author: Graham Gooch
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Total Pages: 432
Release: 2007-08-23
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780192807021
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The only dictionary available focusing on UK law enforcement, this invaluable volume covers every aspect of criminal law including pathology, forensic medicine, commerce and trade, criminology, and psychology. Essential reference for trainee and practising police officers, and other professionals needing clear definitions of law enforcement terms.

The SAGE Dictionary of Criminology

by Eugene McLaughlin
The SAGE Dictionary of Criminology
Author: Eugene McLaughlin
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 538
Release: 2012-11-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1446271765
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Now in its third edition, this bestselling reference text has established itself as the authoritative source covering the key concepts, theories, and methods in criminology and criminal justice. Edited by two of the leading figures in the field, the book is: Comprehensive: with now over 300 entries, the third edition has been updated to include new entries and an expanded editorial introduction Definitive: concepts are precisely defined so students have a clear understanding of the history and development of each topic and debate Student-focused: each entry maps connections across various fields and issues and includes further reading to extend students′ knowledge throughout their studies International: contributions from internationally renowned academics and practitioners ensure that this book is global and comparative throughout This wide-ranging reference and research tool will be an essential companion for students and academics within criminology, criminal justice and legal studies and related fields including sociology, social policy, psychology and cultural studies.

A Dictionary of Criminology

by Dermot Walsh
A Dictionary of Criminology
Author: Dermot Walsh
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2019-03-11
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0429643241
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Originally published in 1983. This Dictionary provides a wide-ranging guide to concepts and terminology frequently used in criminology. It will not only inform and stimulate, but will also bring clarity and integration to a subject where the understanding of key words and phrases is essential. Entries include concise information on definition, use, inter-connection, and notes on relevant literature. Assembled thus in one volume, the entries supply an overall view of criminology, which makes the Dictionary an essential reference text for students and working professionals in criminology, forensic medicine, law, the police and prison services, psychiatry, psychology, social work and sociology.