Multiculturalism, Crime, and Criminal Justice

Product Description
Multiculturalism, Crime, and Criminal Justice, Second Edition, provides an overview of the problems and promises of cultural diversity in society and within all facets of the criminal justice system. It focuses on how different marginalized groups--African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, women, the LGBTQ community, the elderly, and juveniles--are impacted by law enforcement, the courts, and correctional agencies, addressing the issues that each group faces. It also examines how multiculturalism affects those who work within the criminal justice system, including members of minority groups.
Review
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Multiculturalism, Crime, and Criminal Justice is a comprehensive and balanced book that touches on all of the issues facing justice practitioners today. It also provides a great historical background, as it paints a picture of the modern issues facing society today."--Emil Kolick,
Rosemont College
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Multiculturalism, Crime, and Criminal Justice is a well-written, organized, encompassing, and balanced representation of cultural diversity issues and opportunities in the criminal justice field in the U.S."--Nicole Doctor,
Ivy Tech Community College
"This is an excellent way to teach criminology, criminal justice, and race and the criminal justice system.
Multiculturalism, Crime, and Criminal Justice can be used without the need for additional readings or supplemental materials."--Emily Horowitz,
St. Francis College
About the Author
Robert McNamara is Professor of Criminal Justice at The Citadel.
Ronald Burns is the Department Chair and Professor of Criminal Justice at Texas Christian University.