Introduction to Criminal Justice: A Customized Version of Criminal Justice by Kenneth Mentor designed specifically for Michael Penrod at Kirkwood Community College

How do we learn about criminal justice? From what sources do we get this information? How do we filter the massive amount of information available to us on a given subject especially one as controversial as criminal justice?
Introduction to Criminal Justice Customized recognizes controversies faced by the criminal justice system. ""Real world"" examples are offered throughout the text, in each case highlighting difficult choices faced by our society, the justice system, and those attempting to develop a clear and unbiased policy. Ideally, these examples will help readers gain the critical thinking skills needed to reach logical conclusions regarding these controversies.