Drugs, Society, and Criminal Justice: A Comprehensive Introduction

By Charles Levinthal, Lori Brusman-Lovins

For courses in drugs and alcohol in criminal justice.

The Social Impact of Drug Abuse, through a Criminal Justice Lens

Drugs, Society, and Criminal Justice is a comprehensive, easy-to-read introduction to drug-taking behavior and its impact on the criminal justice system. Building on sociological theory, the authors explore the social problems associated with drug abuse, a range of drug-control policies and their enactment, and the complex relationship between drug-taking behavior and crime.

5th Edition Updates

The 5th edition has been extensively updated, with a brand-new Part II focused on criminal justice topics related to drug abuse and drug law. This edition also includes chapter-level reorganizations throughout the text and updated features prompting discussion, assignments, and deeper comprehension.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of drug abuse and its impact on the criminal justice system
• Easy-to-read introduction to drug-taking behavior
• Focus on criminal justice topics related to drug abuse and drug law
• Chapter-level reorganizations for better clarity and engagement
• Updated features for discussion, assignments, and deeper comprehension

Product Details

Language: English

Pages: 416

ISBN-10: 0135180031

ISBN-13: 978-0135180037

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