Understanding Contemporary Gangs in America: An Interdisciplinary Approach

Turley, James L; Petersen, Rebecca D

ISBN 10: 0130394742 / ISBN 13: 9780130394743

Published by Prentice Hall, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding Contemporary Gangs in America: An Interdisciplinary Approach
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130394742
• ISBN 13: 9780130394743
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 24 ounces

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Synopsis

This unique book provides readers with a comprehensive and contemporary perspective on gangs in America. Its current articles, written by national experts in the field, contain a variety of diverse viewpoints and contribute to a well-rounded understanding of gangs and their broad societal implications. KEY TOPICS A seven-part organization covers 1) understanding and defining gangs; 2) gender issues; 3) race and ethnicity; 4) gangs in prisons and schools; 5) violence and drugs; 6) gang victimization; and 7) gang prevention and intervention. For law enforcement, police, court personnel, prosecutors, public defenders, attorneys, lawyers, judges, prison/correction staff, social workers, educators, and government workers.

About the Author

Dr. Rebecca D. Petersen, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Texas-San Antonio, received her Ph.D. in Justice Studies from Arizona State University. Professor Petersen recently completed a major Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-funded study on intimate violence among Mexican American adolescent females in which she was the Co-Principal Investigator. Her recent publications include academic journal articles and book chapters on juvenile justice policy, females and crime, gangs, juvenile corrections, intermediate sanctions and drug courts. Her recent honors include two consecutive years of being included inWho's Who Among America's Teachers.