The Ethical Foundations of Criminal Justice Ideal for anyone involved in the study of criminal justice, this book acquaints the reader with the philosophical concepts upon which ethical theory is based. By Richard A. Spurgeon Hall, Carolyn Brown Dennis, Tere L. Chipman, ISBN: 9780849391163 Retail price: $97.95   $77.95 Quantity:

Presents an overview of ethical theory, featuring the philosophies of Kant, Aristotle, Mill, and Hobbes, etc. Tests theory in practical issues of rights, the behavior of the police, juvenile justice, and more Emphasizes actual situations that practitioners of criminal justice may typically encounter Ideal for anyone involved in the study of criminal justice, this book acquaints students with the philosophical concepts upon which ethical theory is based. It applies these ideas to specific issues and dilemmas within the criminal justice system. Its ultimate goal is to acquaint students with basic concepts of ethics in criminal justice and to train the mind to solve moral issues independently. The Ethical Foundations of Criminal Justice offers a comprehensive definition of ethics, and elucidates its unique language and logic. The book explores the major ethical theories, with extensive discussion of authorities like Kant, Aristotle, Mill, and Hobbes. Chapters investigate normative ethics, teleological theories, deontological theories, and the alternative theories of ethics. The author exhibits the practice of these theories in actual matters of rights, the law, and the behavior of the courts. This book addresses ethics in the context of civil liability, police corruption, and abuse of police power, and includes numerous case studies and references to other relevant works. Criminal justice majors, criminology and law school students, and even police academy cadets will find this text an invaluable source of information both for academic studies and real-world applications. Publication Date: 9/24/1999 Number of Pages: 368