Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime
Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented.
[*]Enter the world of crime - understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society
[*]Identify different types of crime - from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes
[*]Know who commits crimes, and why - explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes
[*]Take it to the streets - follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys
[*]Seek justice - meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished
[*]Deal with juveniles - know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently, and review modern methods for treatment
Open the book and find:
[*]Common criminal traits
[*]The causes of violent crimes
[*]Recent efforts to secure victims' rights
[*]The processes used to solve crimes
[*]A step-by-step walkthrough of the criminal justice process
[*]Ways to recognize and fight back against crime
[*]Jobs in the criminal justice field
[*]Ten notorious, unsolved crimes