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A practical, inside look at the world of corrections.Corrections: An Introduction, Fourth Edition, provides a practical approach to the world of corrections. The text focuses on what people do in corrections and why, as well as the challenges that face contemporary correctional staff and administrators. This unique approach integrates the author's practical experience with the theory, history and policy that students need to know. The text demonstrates both the realities of and reasons behind correctional practices at the local, state, and federal levels. Chapters also present case studies, information on careers, and real examples of situations to provide students with an understanding of the practical aspects of working in corrections.MyCJLab with CJ SearchThis text is accompanied by MyCJLab with Pearson eText, a dynamic course management program with personalized assessment and remediation, groundbreaking simulations and interactives, and rich media organized and traceable by textbook learning objective.To learn more about MyCJLab, watch a brief introduction: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhP1F9naJXY.0133140725 / 9780133140729 Corrections: An Introduction Plus MyCJLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0133009785 / 9780133009781 Corrections: An Introduction 013302721X / 9780133027211 MyCJLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Corrections: An Introduction
Contents
PART I PUTTING CORRECTIONS IN PERSPECTIVEChapter 1 - History of Crime and PunishmentChapter 2 - Sentencing and the Correctional ProcessPART II CORRECTIONAL POLICY AND OPERATIONSChapter 3 - JailsChapter 4 - Probation and Intermediate SanctionsChapter 5 - PrisonsChapter 6 - Parole and Prisoner ReentryPART III CORRECTIONAL CLIENTSChapter 7 - The Clients of Adult Correctional AgenciesChapter 8 - The Juvenile Correctional SystemChapter 9 - Special OffendersChapter 10 - The Management of PrisonsChapter 11 - Prison Life for InmatesChapter 12 - The World of Prison StaffChapter 13 - Custody within a PrisonChapter 14 - Treatment and Programs within a Prison Chapter 15 - Legal Issues and the Death PenaltyChapter 16 - Current and Future Issues in Corrections
