Lessons from Five Countries
by
Julian V. Roberts, Loretta J. Stalans, David Indermaur
Language: English
Release Date: December 5, 2002
Although criminal justice systems vary greatly around the world, one theme has emerged in all western jurisdictions in recent years: a rise in both the rhetoric and practice of severe punishment at a time when public opinion has played a pivotal role in sentencing policy and reforms. Despite the differences...