Publisher's Synopsis
"A Brief Introduction to Criminal Justice: Practice and Process shows students how to think practically about the criminal justice system by offering them a proven, problem-based approach to learning in a concise and accessible format. Drawing on their many years of combined practitioner and academic experience, the authors emphasize how emerging issues, an ethics-focused mindset, and practical lessons can be applied to help prepare future criminal justice practitioners to make an impact in their field. Key Features: · Practitioner's Perspectives allow students to hear from police, court, and corrections professionals about the nature of their work, academic preparation, and the decisions they make every day. · Investigating Further feature boxes highlight high-interest topics, such as the Boston Marathon Bomber, social media and crime, and the use of drones. · Learn by Doing exercises at the ends of chapters give students an opportunit
