Issues in Criminal Justice : A Reader for Critical Thought

M L Dantzker

ISBN 13: 9798299704051

Published by Cognella Academic Publishing Aug 2026, 2026

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Neuware - Issues in Criminal Justice: A Reader for Critical Thought provides students with scholarly articles that address a variety of challenges within the criminal justice system. The anthology exposes readers to a spectrum of diverse perspectives to inspire thoughtful consideration and lively debate regarding aspects, concepts, and viewpoints related to criminal justice.The text is organized into six units that address topics often discussed in introductory criminal justice courses. Each unit addresses a major element associated with the criminal justice system and features an introduction, readings, and discussion questions.The second edition features new readings on the topics of racial bias, women's experiences in the criminal justice system, issues related to cash bail, mass incarcerations, working with veterans and addressing PTSD, juvenile justice reform, strengthening elder safety and security, and more.Designed to foster critical thinking skills, Issues in Criminal Justice is ideal for senior-level capstones or seminars and upper-division or graduate-level courses with a focus on contemporary issues in the discipline.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Issues in Criminal Justice : A Reader for Critical Thought
• Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing Aug 2026
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798299704051
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 254W x 203H x 16D millimeters 254 millimeters width by 203 millimeters height by 16 millimeters depth
• Weight: 603 grams

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Synopsis

Issues in Criminal Justice: A Reader for Critical Thought provides students with scholarly articles that address a variety of challenges within the criminal justice system. The anthology exposes readers to a spectrum of diverse perspectives to inspire thoughtful consideration and lively debate regarding aspects, concepts, and viewpoints related to criminal justice.

The text is organized into six units that address topics often discussed in introductory criminal justice courses. Each unit addresses a major element associated with the criminal justice system and features an introduction, readings, and discussion questions.

The second edition features new readings on the topics of racial bias, women's experiences in the criminal justice system, issues related to cash bail, mass incarcerations, working with veterans and addressing PTSD, juvenile justice reform, strengthening elder safety and security, and more.

Designed to foster critical thinking skills, Issues in Criminal Justice is ideal for senior-level capstones or seminars and upper-division or graduate-level courses with a focus on contemporary issues in the discipline.

About the Authors

M.L. Dantzker holds doctoral degrees in urban studies/administration/criminal justice and clinical psychology from the University of Texas at Arlington and Walden University, respectively. He is a retired professor of criminal justice from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Dr. Dantzker has over 35 years of experience within the criminal justice system.

Rosalva Resendiz holds a Ph.D. in sociology/social (dis)organization/theory from Texas Woman's University. She is an associate professor of criminal justice at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Dr. Resendiz is a critical criminologist with a focus on gender, intersectionality, identity politics, border studies, and social justice.