Corrections in America: An Introduction, 15th edition

Published by Pearson (12 January 2018) © 2019

  • Harry E. Allen San Jose State University
  • Edward J. Latessa University of Cincinnati
  • Bruce S. Ponder San Jose State University

Title overview

Corrections in America has, for over 40 years, been the field's best-selling text. This easy-to-use, complete guide to corrections covers nearly all aspects of the field, from its history, ideologies and legal issues to prisons and correctional clients. The text combines current and past research, theory and practice with real-world examples to offer you a strong foundation of field knowledge.

The 15th Edition analyzes rapid, significant changes affecting corrections, while projecting their future impact. New group discussion questions appear in each chapter, and correctional careers are described in a new index. Expanded case studies and analytical features help you think critically about a range of complex issues.

Table of contents

Brief Contents

PART 1: HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES

  1. Early History (2000 BC to AD 1800)
  2. Prisons (1800 to the Present)
  3. Correctional Ideologies: The Pendulum Swings
  4. The Sentencing and Appeals Process

PART 2: ALTERNATIVES TO IMPRISONMENT

  1. Probation
  2. Diversion and Intermediate Sanctions

PART 3: INSTITUTIONAL CORRECTIONS

  1. Custody Functions
  2. Security Threat Groups and Prison Gangs
  3. Management and Treatment Functions
  4. Jails and Detention Facilities
  5. Prison Systems
  6. Private-Sector Systems
  7. The Death Penalty
  8. Parole and Reentry

PART 4: CORRECTIONAL CLIENTS

  1. Appeals and Offender Rights
  2. Male Offenders
  3. Female Offenders
  4. Juvenile Offenders and Facilities
  5. Special-Category Offenders

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