Introduction to Criminal Justice 5th edition by Peak

Introduction to Criminal Justice, 5th edition by Peak, published by Sage, provides a broad survey of the American criminal justice system and its major agencies. The text guides students through policing, courts, corrections, juvenile justice, criminal law, due process, ethics, and contemporary policy issues. Written for introductory courses, it explains how each part of the system operates while showing the connections among law enforcement, adjudication, and punishment. Students gain a practical foundation for later coursework and for evaluating debates about crime control, civil liberties, accountability, and justice.