RADICAL ISSUES IN CRIMINOLOGY

Softcover. This collection of essays deals with central issues relating to the rule of law, individual rights and the politics of penal reform. The issues examined include juvenile justice, criminal violence, feminism and criminology, civil liberties, police powers, justice in prisons and the necessity for social life to be regulated by law. The book presents a judicious analysis of contemporary penal politics and makes a significant contribution to our understanding of both the need and scope for change. Part One: Law, Rights and Penal Politics; Part Two: Contemporary Issues. With Notes, Notes on Contributors and Bibliog. 212pp. trade size softcover. Sl. sunned sp., small Student Union rubber stamp + 2 biro prices to ffep o/w Vg. with no creasing to covers.