Encyclopedia of criminology and criminal justice Gerben Bruinsma, David Weisburd, editors.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Summary

The Encyclopedia of Criminology and Criminal Justice is an international, comprehensive reference tool for the field of Criminology and Criminal Justice that is both cutting edge as well as of very high scientific quality and prestige. This 10-volume work provides a complete and systematic coverage of the field that is unprecedented. The Encyclopedia "defines the field" through its choice of organization and entries. It identifies and brings emerging ideas and trends to the forefront. The Encyclopedia covers Criminology and Criminal Justice in ten broad areas, with leading researchers writing substantive contributions within their area of expertise: Corrections and Criminal Justice Supervision in the Community Courts, Sentencing and the Judicial System Crimes, Criminals and Victims Crime Places and Situations Explanations for Criminal Behavior Forensic Science Data, Methods, and Statistics Police and Law Enforcement Psychology of Law Social Interventions and Prevention.

Contents

Volume 1. A-B
Volume 2. C
Volume 3. D-E
Volume 4. F-G
Volume 5. H-I
Volume 6. J-O
Volume 7. P
Volume 8. Q-R
Volume 9. S
Volume 10. T-Z.
The Encyclopedia consists of approximately 600 entries, organized alphabetically, covering these ten major areas: Corrections and Criminal Justice Supervision in the community
Courts, Sentencing and the Judicial System
Police and Law Enforcement
Crimes, Criminals and Victims
Crime Places and Situations
Explanations for Criminal Behavior
History of Criminology
Data, Methods and Statistics
Social Interventions and Prevention
Forensics and Forensic Science Investigative Psychology
Psychology of Law.