Introduction to Corrections

By Robert D. Hanser

"Very thorough and comprehensive, Introduction to Corrections] provides a good balance between the big picture policy and societal issues with the more specific things those working in corrections on a day to day basis are faced with." --David E. Olson, Ph.D., Loyola University Chicago The Second Edition of Introduction to Corrections provides students with a strong, comprehensive foundation in the field of corrections using modern research, theoretical origins, and practical application. Designed for introductory corrections courses, this text uniquely illustrates how the day-to-day practitioner conducts business in the field of corrections, in both the institutional and community settings. Experienced correctional practitioner, scholar, and author, Robert D. Hanser shows students how the corrections system actually works, from classification, to security, to treatment, to demonstrating how and why correctional practices are implemented. Interactive eBook also available--FREE when bundled with the new edition

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1506306756
• ISBN13: 9781506306759
• Release Date: February 2016
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 10.8"