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Drugs, Society and Criminal Justice

9780135120484

Drugs, Society and Criminal Justice

  • ISBN 13:

    9780135120484

  • ISBN 10:

    0135120489

  • Edition: 3rd
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 01/30/2011
  • Publisher: Pearson
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Summary

Unique in approach, DRUGS, SOCIETY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE, 3/e#xA0;examines drug use, drug misuse, and drug abuse from a criminal justice perspective. Building on sociological theory, it explores the social problems associated with drug use and the theoretical reasons for drug use and abuse. Moving beyond a sociological focus, it delves into the complex relationship between drug-taking behavior and crime. Discussion-starting features spotlight prominent figures, drug trafficking realities, and life-saving information as the book explores how drug use and abuse impact the criminal justice system.

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