Women and the Criminal Justice System: A Canadian Perspective

Women and the Criminal Justice SystemA Canadian PerspectiveThis book covers all aspects of women and the Canadian criminal justice system, offering an accessible overview of essential theory, examinations of female youth, visible minorities, victimization, and violent offenders, a discussion of the challenges presented by mental health issues and community reintegration, and more. Women's roles and careers in the field of criminal justice are also considered.Jane Barker has drawn on the expertise of cirminal justice colleagues in various areas of specialization, including both academics and practitioners, to create this valuable resource."Using a variety of perspectives, Canadian examples, and engaging discussion questions, students are encouraged to explore and critically assess the challenges faced by women in all aspects of the Canadian criminal justice... A comprehensive theoretical and substantive examination of the topic." --Sheri Fabian, Simon Fraser University"Ths book provides a comprehensive, critical, and much needed Canadian perspective on female offenders. Clearly written in accessible language and drawing on up-to-date Canadian material, it is an excellent resource for both criminology instructors and undergraduate students."--Anne-Marie Singh, Ryerson University"A wide-ranging overview of women's experiences in the Canadian criminal justice system... Timely and up-to-date, this book will be a vaulable resource for students and a useful pedagogical aid for professionals."--Christine Bruckert, University of OttawaJane Barker is Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Nipissing Univerity.