The Encyclopedia of Criminology and Criminal Justice

***Selected as a 2015 Outstanding Reference Source by Reference and User Services Association, a division of the American Library Association*** Comprising over 500 entries on the essential topics within criminology and criminal justice, and available in print and online, this encyclopedia offers a state-of-the-art survey informed by the very latest theory and research. It combines this breadth of coverage with the authority and international perspective of an experienced editorial team, creating a definitive reference resource for students, scholars, and professionals in these interdisciplinary and dynamic fields. *Comprehensive: Offers wide-ranging coverage spanning 15 substantive areas within criminology and criminal justice, including criminal law, juvenile justice, education and professionalism, history of crime, and victimization *Authoritative: Edited by one of criminology s leading authorities, and peer reviewed by a team of 14 associate editors, all of whom are renowned in their fields *Accessible: Uniquely organized to allow easy searching and cross referencing by keyword, topic, or alphabetical order *International: Brings together a global team of contributors from ten countries to offer a uniquely international perspective on topics such as transnational crime *Cutting-edge: Combines state-of-the-art coverage of developments in areas such as homeland security and forensic science, with the core topics within criminology and criminal justice *Interdisciplinary: Draws on the very latest theory and research from a number of fields, including criminal justice, criminology, sociology, law, security studies, and the psychology of crime, resulting in a valuable resource that will appeal to all those studying or working in related disciplines *Multi-format: Publishing simultaneously as a five-volume print set and via Wiley Online Library; visit www.encyclopediaofcriminology. com for further details