Publisher's Synopsis
For use as a core text for undergraduate Juvenile Delinquency courses in departments of Criminology and Sociology.
This new text introduces students to the latest developments in delinquency theory and research by providing a clear, jargon-free, in-depth treatment of the most recent and significant writings in the field. It provides wide coverage of youth crime, delinquency, and the justice system without overwhelming students with dual and often confusing statements.
