Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Balanced Approach, 2nd Edition
Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Balanced Approach, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive and up-to-date examination of the American criminal justice system. Authors Brian K. Payne, Willard M. Oliver, and Nancy E. Marion present the material through a student-centered lens, focusing on the essential issues facing today’s professionals. By utilizing an accessible and concise writing style, the text delivers objective, research-driven content that helps students grasp how decision-making shapes the justice process and influences their future careers.
The fully updated Second Edition has been thoroughly revised to incorporate new studies and relatable contemporary examples. Two prominent feature boxes enhance the learning experience: “You Have the Right to…” provides insights into Constitutional amendments and their modern-day applications, while “Politics and Criminal Justice” examines the political debates and hot topics surrounding the justice system. High-profile cases are integrated throughout to engage readers and foster a deeper passion for the field.
Book Details and Metadata
- Full Title: Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Balanced Approach, 2nd Edition
- Author: Brian K. Payne, Willard M. Oliver, Nancy E. Marion
- Edition: 2nd Edition
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1506389724
- ISBN-13: 978-1506389721
- Publication Date: January 19, 2018
“Very thorough text that makes great use of high-profile cases to engage students and foster a passion for criminal justice.”
— Patricia Ahmed, South Dakota State University