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Corrections: An Introduction (3rd Edition)

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Corrections: An Introduction (3rd Edition)

ThisÂ book examines corrections not just from an academic view, but from those who are at the center of the system. It includes correctional history and theory, yet concentrates on what professionals do, why they do it, and the challenges they face every day. Taking an insiderâ€™s view, this edition discusses the impact of budgetary challenges, alternatives to incarceration and updates to legal decisions.Â This book is fully updated to include the latest on: T his is just the standalone book.

Problems solving courts (mental health)
Evidence-based practices
Staff recruitment and retention issues
Private prisons
Correctional technology
Prisoner reentryÂ

Some newÂ featuresÂ to this edition include:

New! A new section on the impact of budgetary challenges
New! A new section on alternatives to incarcerationÂ
New! Updated legal decisions

This is a perfect resource for individuals and taxpayers interested in today's criminal justice system, and an understanding of how programs operate and how much they cost.