Investigating Difference: Human and Cultural Relations in Criminal Justice delves into the complex landscape of justice, exploring its meaning and administration through the lens of difference. This comprehensive third edition, authored by Justine Miller and published by Pearson, expands beyond a singular focus on race to encompass a wide array of social identity categories that significantly influence the criminal justice system. Spanning 384 pages, the book is designed for courses that examine issues related to race, class, and gender in Criminal Justice.

The text provides an in-depth analysis of individual differences across every facet of the criminal justice system, offering a nuanced understanding of how these factors shape interactions and outcomes. It includes new chapters on intersectionality, specialty courts, and whiteness, as well as newly authored and conceptualized sections on gender, sexual orientation and identity, victimization, African Americans, Asian Americans, immigration, disability, and religion. Additionally, the book examines globalization’s impact on victims, offenders, and practitioners while incorporating updated statistics and policy information to ensure a current perspective.

Written by respected faculty and leading scholars in the field, this edition aims to foster a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences within the criminal justice system and promote positive solutions for all involved. With its emphasis on multiple social identity categories, “Investigating Difference” serves as an essential resource for students and professionals seeking to understand and address the multifaceted nature of justice in contemporary society.