Understanding and Preventing Car Theft (Crime Prevention Studies) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1881798534 ISBN 13: 9781881798538

Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers, 2004

Synopsis

Thefts of and from autos are among the most commonly reported crimes, and they account for the highest losses among property crimes that target individuals (except for arson). But according to this new book, recent initiatives in the U.S., Europe and Australia have proven effective or are showing promise in preventing car theft.

About this title

About the Author

Editors Michael G. Maxfield and Ronald V. Clarke are professors in the School of Criminal Justice, Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey.

From the Inside Flap

"...analyzing problems and collaboration are the future of criminal justice. This volume on understanding and preventing car theft offers a glimpse of that future, illustrating what can be gained through collaborative problem solving across sectors and jurisdictions." from the Foreword by George L. Kelling and Michael L. Wagers, Police Institute of Rutgers University

Edition details

• Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1881798534
• ISBN 13: 9781881798538
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256
• Editor: Maxfield Michael G., Clarke R. V. G.