Sex Offenders Crimes and Processing in the Criminal Justice System [Connected eBook]

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Maddan and Pazzani's latest edition of Sex Offenders Crimes and Processing in the Criminal Justice Systemexamines all facets of sex crimes and sexual deviance in the United States. Using high-profile cases and the most current statistics, the text draws on the authors' extensive research and teaching experience to provide comprehensive, current information. With in-depth coverage of investigations, law enforcement, court proceedings, correctional enforcement, and post-punishment treatment, the text highlights society's growing awareness and response through the criminal justice system. Focusing on historical punishments, recidivism, registration and notification requirements (SORN), residence restrictions, civil commitments, and treatment, it also addresses new impacts on victims, such as AI-generated pornography. This 3rd edition is a must for educators and students to gain an understanding of the U.S. sex offender problem plaguing society.

New to the Third Edition:

• New chapter covering contemporary issues: sex trafficking and AI-generated pornography distribution
• Analysis of how federal policy may impact responses to sex offenses
• Updated statistics and current research are provided across all chapters.

Professors and students will benefit from:

• The text gives a comprehensive understanding of the subject of sex offenses in the United States, covering major theories, legal statutes, types of offenses and offenders, victim characteristics, policing, and various societal responses.
• Maddan and Pazzani examine the Criminal Justice System, weighing the pros and cons of various strategies, including criminal statutes, law enforcement, court processing approaches, and correctional techniques for treating sex offenders.
• Each chapter provides a clear understanding of the complexity and impact sex crimes have on the victim, society, and perpetrator.
• Learning objectives, key terms, exercises, and essay questions are provided and designed to support student understanding and engagement, making the material feel approachable and valuable for both instructors and students.

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