Introduction to Criminal Justice, Seventh Edition

This student-friendly introductory core text describes the criminal justice process in the United States - outlining the decisions, practices, people and issues involved. It provides a solid introduction to the mechanisms of the criminal justice system, with balanced coverage of the issues presented by each facet of the process, including a thorough review of practices and controversies in law enforcement, the criminal courts and corrections.

* Each chapter is enhanced by important terms, boxes, photos, and review questions

*New edition includes updated statistics and an extended focus ontheoretical approaches throughout the text

* New information and attention added on terrorism and homeland security issues

* An easy-to-access glossary offers a complete collection of essential terms in criminal justice