Criminal Justice in England And the United States

"Criminal Justice in England and the United States, Second Edition, has been updated to include the latest information on criminal justice policy and administration in England and the United States. The author team's experience working in the English and American criminal justice systems provides students with insights as well as viewpoints on the objectives and effectiveness of each system." "Using a theoretical framework for the comparison of these distinct criminal justice systems, this text helps students understand the differences and similarities in values, laws, crime rates, and other factors that exist between the two countries. Students are encouraged to assess the structure and operation of each of these systems, as well as examine how policies are made and implemented. Concluding with an evaluation of the English criminal justice system, this text presents lessons for both England and the United States and encourages both countries to work closely together to improve the field of criminal justice."--BOOK JACKET.Hirschel, David is the author of 'Criminal Justice in England And the United States ', published 2007 under ISBN 9780763741129 and ISBN 0763741124.