The readings in this collection are bound by a singular purpose: identifying effective strategies to reduce and prevent crime on America's streets and in her neighborhoods. For frontline law enforcement this is a central mission - a mission increasingly informed by the findings of social science. What strategies work? Which ones don't and why? The answers are found in the methods and measures of social science. Because criminal justice professionals rely on their findings, the work of today's social scientists carries special responsibility. Crime control is no ivory tower exercise. It requires going to those dark places in society where urban crime has its roots. This book is about shining light into those dark places.

Among more content, Contemporary Readings in Crime Control Strategy includes:



Criminal justice research methods
Criminal statistics and the extent of crime
Police and neighborhood safety
Excellence in problem-oriented policing
Evidence-based policing
Targeting career criminals with DNA evidence
Reorienting crime prevention research and policy
Genetic factors and criminal behavior
Evaluation research and policy analysis