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When browsing library shelves, the following call numbers are assigned to Justice fields. Be sure to ask a librarian for assistance if needed:

HV6001-7220.5 — Criminology
HV7231-9960 — Criminal justice administration
HV8301-9920.7 — Penology. Prisons. Corrections
KF — Law of the United States
KFA2401-2999 — Law of Arizona

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Featured Books in the Physical Library

Animals and Criminal Justice by Carmen M. Cusack
ISBN: 9781412865210
Publication Date: 2018-02-12
This book depicts animals' roles within society and the laws that govern how humans treat them. Carmen M. Cusack focuses on current issues in human-animal relationships and how these are affected by the criminal justice system. Her analysis, while objective, is rooted in first-hand activist, professional, legal, and criminal justice experience. She presents a comprehensive overview of the place of animals and the law, including pets in prison, K-9 units, constitutional rights, animal sacrifice, wild animals, entertainment, domestic violence, rehabilitation, history, and religion. She includes information about law, behavioural and social science, systemic responses and procedure, anecdotal evidence, current events, and theoretical considerations. Animals and Criminal Justice is a useful handbook and a thorough textbook, as well as a practical guide to animals' relationships with the criminal justice system.
A Guide to Study Skills and Careers in Criminal Justice and Public Security by Frank A. Schmalleger; Catherine D. Marcum
ISBN: 9781506323701
Publication Date: 2016-03-18
The ultimate how-to resource for success in the study of criminal justice. Renowned author Frank Schmalleger, who has over 40 years of field experience, has teamed up with researcher and educator Catherine D. Marcum to introduce students to the field of criminal justice, break down its many components, and describe a variety of employment opportunities available to criminal justice graduates. Students will learn how to effectively approach the study of criminal justice; communicate successfully with professors, peers, and potential employers; choose classes that will assist with career goals; develop good study habits and critical thinking skills; and write effectively in criminal justice. Additionally, as their academic careers advance, students will gain insights into how to best prepare for successful careers.
Exploring and Understanding Careers in Criminal Justice by Matthew J. Sheridan; Raymond R. Rainville
ISBN: 9781442254305
Publication Date: 2016-01-21
This book explores the criminal justice career landscape by providing a glimpse into the different criminal justice careers and provides advice as to how to prepare to enter those career fields. This book includes personal profiles that exemplify real work in the criminal justice profession; these have been written by current employees, some retired and some by exemplary leaders in the field.
The Killer Across the Table by John E. Douglas; Mark Olshaker
ISBN: 9780062911520
Publication Date: 2019-05-07
The legendary FBI criminal profiler, number-one New York Times bestselling author, and inspiration for the hit Netflix show Mindhunter delves deep into the lives and crimes of four of the most disturbing and complex predatory killers, offering never-before-revealed details about his profiling process, and divulging the strategies used to crack some of America's most challenging cases. .
Juvenile Justice by Donald J. Shoemaker; Timothy W. Wolfe
ISBN: 9781440840746
Publication Date: 2016-01-18
Authoritative, current, and easy to use, this book is an outstanding resource for readers looking to gain an accurate and thorough understanding of American juvenile justice.
The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers by Michael Newton
ISBN: 9780816061952
Publication Date: 2006-02-01
The Encyclopaedia of Serial Killers, Second Edition provides accurate information on hundreds of serial murder cases - from early history to the present. Written in a non-sensational manner, this authoritative encyclopaedia debunks many of the myths surrounding this most notorious of criminal activities.

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Security and Risk Technologies in Criminal Justice : Critical Perspectives

Security and Risk Technologies in Criminal Justice takes students through the evolution of risk technology devices, processes, and prevention. This seminal text unpacks technology's influence on our understanding of governance and social order in areas of criminal justice, policing, and security. With a foreword by leading scholar Kevin Haggerty, the collection consists of three sections that explore the impact of big data, traditional risk practices, and the increased reliance on technology in criminal justice. Eight chapters offer diverse examples that are linked by themes of preventative justice, calculability of risk, the theatre and reality of technology, and the costs of justice. With both national and international appeal, this vital resource is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students in criminology, police studies, or sociology.

ADHD and the Criminal Justice System

This text is written for professionals in the criminal justice system to help them better understand and work with people who have ADHD. It will provide criminal justice professionals with what they need to know about ADHD based on the best of current science. This knowledge will serve to significantly enhance their effectiveness in working with the 25% of offenders who have ADHD.

Professional Writing for the Criminal Justice System

Underscores the critical importance of effective writing in the justice system and how to achieve it. This user-friendly guide to effective writing for the justice system teaches readers to write cogently and accurately across the spectrum of criminal justice-related disciplines.