Civil Liability in Criminal Justice

This book is a valuable resource for current and future officers and correctional system employees, providing information and recommendations on civil liability and federal law, and strategies to minimize risks. It has been revised to include up-to-date United States Supreme Court cases and highlights high-liability areas such as use of force, arrest-related deaths, custodial suicides, collective bargaining, and public perception issues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 606 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book offers invaluable insights and practical recommendations for current and aspiring officers and employees within the correctional system. It delves into the realm of civil liability and federal law, providing a thorough understanding of these critical aspects. Recognizing the growing prevalence of litigation against criminal justice practitioners in the United States, this book serves as a crucial resource for navigating the complex legal landscape.

Law enforcement and corrections professionals must possess a solid grasp of both criminal law and the civil law process to ensure that they are operating within the confines of the law. Civil Liability in Criminal Justice stands out as a unique and valuable resource, combining relevant case law and comprehensive liability research. This new edition has been meticulously revised to incorporate the latest United States Supreme Court cases and shed light on the most recent developments in high-liability areas such as the use of force, arrest-related deaths, custodial suicides in detention, collective bargaining, public perception issues, and more.

Written in an engaging and accessible style, this text is an essential tool for enhancing student knowledge and improving practitioner job performance. It is suitable for undergraduate and graduate courses in criminal justice programs, as well as for in-service and academy training. By providing a comprehensive overview of civil liability in the criminal justice system, this book equips officers and employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to minimize risks and ensure legal compliance in their daily operations.

Weight: 1140g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367768669
Edition number: 8 ed