Criminal Justice: An Introduction - Paperback

by Peter Joyce (Author), Wendy Laverick (Author)

This updated fourth edition offers an engaging introduction to the criminal justice system of England and Wales. Starting with an overview of the main theories of the causes of crime, this book explores the operation of the main agencies including the police, probation and prison services and the legal and youth justice systems.

Author Biography

Peter Joyce is Visiting Professor in Criminology at Wrexham Glyndŵr University.

Wendy Laverick is Senior Lecturer in Criminology and Policing at the University of Hull.