Justice

This distortion of reality results, of course, in a general perception that we are in the midst of a crime wave.

Wright argues that these myths must be understood to recognize the source and purpose they serve, and also to know how and why American react to crime

Wright offers a challenging new analysis of the misconceptions surrounding crime and an evaluation of the role of the criminal-justice system and the social context of crime.

that even with enlightened policies and higher levels of support, no criminal-justice system can, by itself, effect a significant reduction in crime. Since most crime is socially determined, he argues, we need to look at the conditions and attitudes within our society that create an atmosphere congenial to crime.

An excellent essay designed to debunk the crime myth that Black males are more likely to commit crimes than their Caucasian counterparts.

The issue of harsher penalties for convicted criminals is a topic of heated debate in this country. This