Full Description
The Citizen and the State conducts an essential criminological analysis of contemporary justice systems, combining critical criminology and human rights perspectives. The book contextualizes criminal justice and criminal justice processes as tools of the state that impact negatively on citizens' lives. Particularly in a post 9/11 world where 'national security' and terrorism concerns are used as justification for the erosion of citizens' rights, justice systems are inherently in conflict with principles of liberty and justice enshrined in human rights instruments.
While acknowledging the reality of changes in law-and-order discourse, this book argues that contemporary justice systems risk lacking in legitimacy in circumstances where the necessity for interference in rights is largely asserted rather than demonstrated. Using a range of real-world case studies, the book conducts a critical analysis of contemporary criminal justice and examines the challenges in achieving a balance between effective criminal justice and upholding civil liberties.
This book is essential reading for academics, post-graduate researchers, and social policy professionals.
Contents
Chapter 1: The Citizen and the State
Chapter 2: The Rule of Law and Contemporary Criminal Justice
Chapter 3: The Art of Activism
Chapter 4: Justice for Some, Lawyers for All? Victim's Rights and Redress
Chapter 5: Alternative Dispute Resolution and Redress
Chapter 6: Justice Under Stress: Scrutiny, Tribunals and Public Inquiries
Chapter 7: Speak No Evil, Hear No Evil, Criminal Justice and Freedom of Expression
Chapter 8: Freedom of Assembly and Protesting Against the State
Chapter 9: Exploring Creativity and Sexuality: Freedom of Expression Expanded
Chapter 10: Re-assessing The Citizen and the State: Perspectives on Democracy
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