Introduction to Criminal Justice Overview is a comprehensive overview of criminal justice presented clearly and understandably. The book surveys the criminal justice system to expose readers to many United States Criminal Justice System issues. The text is designed to meet the needs of students seeking a broad overview of the American Criminal Justice System either as an elective to meet general education requirements for other disciplines or as the foundation for those planning to major in criminal justice studies.
Matthew L
Duffin
Matthew L. Duffin received a J.D. from Brigham Young University and an LL.M. from the Army Judge Advocate General’s School. His 36-year career crossed academic and professional practice. He has published numerous articles and book chapters dealing with criminal justice issues and the law. He was a former prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge with over 19 years of teaching experience in criminal justice and law. He is currently an associate professor in the criminal justice department at Utah Valley University.