Introduction to Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice

This unique and successful text provides an overview of law enforcement and policing within the context of the criminal justice system. This edition has been refocused to provide an emphasis on law enforcement to better match emerging course needs. Perfect for beginning students, this accessible and practical book exposes students to basic concepts of the law enforcement system. A hallmark of the Hess books, this edition provides a complete pedagogical framework to aid student comprehension.

Henry M. Wrobleski, LLB is the former coordinator of the Law Enforcement Program at Normandale Community College. He is the dean of instruction for the Institute for Professional Development and is a graduate of the FBI Academy. Karen M. Hess, PhD is a member of the English department at Normandale Community College as well as the president of the Institute for Professional Development. She is also a member of the National Criminal Justice Association, the American Correctional Association and the Bloomington Crime Prevention Association.