THE ETHICAL FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE

The authors provide an introduction to the philosophical concepts upon which ethical theory is based, then apply these ideas to specific issues within the criminal justice system. 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 "This book acquaints readers 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 the reader with basic concepts of ethics in criminal justice and to train the mind to resolve moral issues independently."--Jacket Suitable for those involved in the study of criminal justice, this book explores the philosophical concepts upon which ethical theory is based and applies these ideas to specific issues and dilemmas within the criminal justice system.