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Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it and, most important, how crime can be prevented. * Enter the world of crime—understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society * Identify different types of crime—from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes * Know who commits crimes, and why—explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes * Take it to the streets—follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys * Seek justice—meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished * Deal with juveniles—know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently and review modern methods for treatment Open the book and find: * Common criminal traits * The causes of violent crimes * Recent efforts to secure victims' rights * The processes used to solve crimes * A step-by-step walk-through of the criminal justice process * Ways to recognize and fight back against crime * Jobs in the criminal justice field * Ten notorious, unsolved crimes