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50 facts everyone should know about crime and punishment in Britain

Treadwell, James (Lecturer in criminology), editor, Lynes, Adam, editor

Overview

Are you the kind of person who watches crime drama and real-life crime documentaries on television? Are you fascinated by the twists and turns of justice and the law? But how much do you really know about key issues in crime, crime control, policing and punishment in the UK? This exciting, dynamic and accessible book, written by leading experts, presents 50 key facts related to crime and criminal justice policy in Britain. Did you know that, contrary to public belief, in the UK a life sentence does actually last for life? And that capital punishment in the UK was abolished for murder in 1965 but the Death Penalty was a legally defined punishment as late as 1998? Offering thought-provoking insights into the study of crime, this fascinating 'go to' book is packed with facts and figures revealing the myths and realities of crime in contemporary Britain.

• Publisher: Policy Press
• Subject: Criminal justice, Administration of Great Britain History Miscellanea. / Criminology Great Britain History Miscellanea.
• ISBN: 9781447343813

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Call Number	Copies	Material	Location
HV6022.G7 A15 2019	1	BOOK	AUTOSTORE