The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Criminal Justice System

by Robin Sax

Overview

Learning about crime pays

Most people watch television shows such as Law and Order and see a simplified version of the world of cops and courtrooms. In fact, the American criminal justice system is one of the most complex legal establishments in the world. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Criminal Justice System de-mystifies the complexity of the judicial establishment and the bureaucracy behind it in a clear, jargon-free and detailed portrait so that any citizen can understand how it works.

• Public is highly interested in criminal investigations and trials
• Also a useful resource for people planning to enter these fields
• Includes detailed glossary of legal terms

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781101145081
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	10/06/2009
Series:	COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE Series
Sold by:	Penguin Group
Format:	eBook
Pages:	336
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Robin Sax is a former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney who specialized in prosecuting sex crimes against children. For over fifteen years Robin has prosecuted some of the most despicable defendants who committed the most heinous crimes.

Robin has written six books that draw upon her vast experience as a sex-crimes prosecutor, legal commentator, child advocate and parenting expert.