NCJ Number
113182
Date Published
1988
Length
370 pages
Annotation
This volume defines more than 4,900 terms, phrases, and concepts unique to the field of law enforcement and is intended for use by both beginning and experienced police officers and other professionals.
Abstract
The terms presented come from such fields as law, criminology, behavioral sciences, and medicine. The entries are organized alphabetically. Terms in evolving, technical, or critical areas are accompanied by detailed explanations, examples, and applications. Appendixes list felony definitions and sentences by State, capital offenses by State, method of execution by State, and social security number index. 158 references.