This is the of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. For introductory courses in criminal justice. The gold standard for criminal justice texts Criminal Justice: A Brief Introduction examines crime in the US with a focus on police, courts, and corrections. Students contemplate the fine line separating freedom from security, and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the American justice system. A wealth of Internet resources along with author tweets (@schmalleger) build on central ideas in the text, while keeping pace with changes in a continually changing field. Emphasizing the need for systemic change, the 13th edition includes revised coverage of large-scale crimes pervasive in the US, as well as policing issues and challenges, sentencing guidelines, and state laws redefining the age of criminal responsibility. Criminal Justice: A Brief Introduction, 13th Edition, is also available via?Revel? , an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience. .eText ISBN: 9780135209028
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