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Criminal Justice in Action: The Core 9th Ed.

Criminal Justice in Action: The Core 9th Ed.

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A comprehensive, practical introduction to the American criminal justice system. Engineered for criminal justice majors, law enforcement training candidates, and legal studies students, this 9th Edition delivers essential insights into policing & law enforcement, court processes & criminal law, and corrections & rehabilitation, blending real-world application with policy analysis.

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Criminal Justice in Action: The Core, 9th Edition provides a clear, engaging, and balanced overview of the three major components of the American justice system: police, courts, and corrections. Designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical fieldwork, this edition incorporates up-to-date case studies, statutory updates, and contemporary discussions surrounding criminal justice reform and public policy.

Core Features & Learning Benefits

â–  Real-World Case Studies & Practical Scenarios Examines actual legal cases, ethical dilemmas, and everyday challenges faced by officers, prosecutors, judges, and correctional officials.
â–  Comprehensive System Coverage Provides equal, structured focus across policing procedures, constitutional law, trial dynamics, sentencing policies, and institutional corrections.
â–  Focus on Contemporary Policy & Reform Analyzes modern trends, including community policing, technological integration in law enforcement, bail reform, and re-entry initiatives.
â–  MindTap Digital Ecosystem Compatible Part of the MindTap Course List series, supporting interactive study modules, self-assessment tools, and digital learning activities.

About The Author

Larry K. Gaines & Roger LeRoy Miller

Renowned Scholars & Criminal Justice Authors

Dr. Larry K. Gaines is a distinguished professor of criminal justice with extensive experience in law enforcement consulting, policing research, and higher education.

Co-author Roger LeRoy Miller has authored numerous widely adopted textbooks in law, business, and economics, bringing legal precision and engaging pedagogical structure to complex subject matter.

Book Specifications

Specification Details
Title Criminal Justice in Action: The Core (MindTap Course List)
Authors Larry K. Gaines, Roger LeRoy Miller
Publisher Cengage Learning
Edition 9th Edition
ISBN-13 / 10 978-1337092142 / 1337092140
Format Paperback / Student Edition
Language English

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The book covers policing strategies, constitutional criminal procedure, court structures, adjudication, trial proceedings, sentencing, community corrections, and institutional corrections.

It is engineered for undergraduate criminal justice students, pre-law students, law enforcement academy candidates, and institutional academic programs.

"The Core" format provides a streamlined, highly focused presentation of essential criminal justice topics without extra fluff, making it easier for students to master key concepts.

Yes. It is widely adopted by colleges, universities, and training academies as a core curriculum textbook.

Yes. The 9th edition highlights contemporary debates around police accountability, technology in law enforcement, sentencing reforms, and prison management.

This is the official paperback student edition published by Cengage Learning.

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