Ethics, Crime, and Criminal Justice

by Christopher R. Williams, Bruce Arrigo Ph.D.

This comprehensive, provocative text meaningfully examines ethical theories and their application to current issues, controversies, and professional scenarios in law, crime, and justice. It introduces students to the foundations of the study of ethics and morality; examines prominent moral and ethical themes, conflicts, and struggles in criminology and criminal justice; and explores the conceptual and practical value of key ethical concepts, principles, and arguments. This edition is extensively updated and revised for greater clarity, cohesiveness, and accessibility. An all-new chapter demonstrates practical application of normative frameworks to ethical dilemmas, and another largely new chapter introduces game theory, evolutionary psychology, and related concepts. Readers will find expanded discussions of social contract, cognitive neuroscience, Carol Gilligan’s ethic of care, and much more.

288 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2007

Reviews

[Adam Parker · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first and only school textbook I've ever purchased to personally own after the class was finished. I love how simply and directly the author tackled the issue of ethics within my chosen profession. But in reality, his presentation extends beyond the field of criminal justice, particularly the first couple chapters and the last three. Highly recommended for any law enforcement professionals, and generally recommended for anyone looking for a primer on ethics.