Criminology For Dummies®

Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented. • Enter the world of crime — understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society • Identify different types of crime — from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes • Know who commits crimes, and why — explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes • Take it to the streets — follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys • Seek justice — meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished • Deal with juveniles — know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently, and review modern methods for treatment Open the book and find: • Common criminal traits • The causes of violent crimes • Recent efforts to secure victims' rights • The processes used to solve crimes • A step-by-step walkthrough of the criminal justice process • Ways to recognize and fight back against crime • Jobs in the criminal justice field • Ten notorious, unsolved crimes