Contemporary world issues. Criminal justice

Addresses the development of as well as the problems, controversies, and solutions related to the contemporary U.S. Juvenile Justice System. Profiles people and events, and provides facts and figures about the juvenile population, offenders, crime data, and trends in justice. Lists agencies and organizations and additional resources.

Takes an updated look at hate crimes in America, offering a background and history, problems and possible solutions, and various perspectives. Includes profiles of people and organizations, a chronology, primary source documents, and resources.

Presents information on school violence, including the history of school violence in America, proposed causes, and the pros and cons of various deterrents. Also includes information on common types of assaults, common characteristics of victims and assailants, current legislation, and school, societal, and community risk factors.