Heinous Crime: Cases, Causes, and Consequences

by Frederic G. Reamer

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What circumstances lead someone to commit murder, rape, or acts of child molestation? Why does society have such a deep-seated wish for vengeance against perpetrators of heinous crimes? Can those found guilty of such crimes ever be rehabilitated? What are the long-term consequences of incarceration, for inmates and society?

Officials of the criminal justice system, politicians, and ordinary citizens argue about possible answers to these...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0231131895

ISBN13:9780231131896

Release Date:December 2004

Publisher:Columbia University Press

Length:274 Pages

Weight:0.90 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.3" x 9.0"

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Criminal Law Criminology Law Social Science Social Sciences

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