Victimology: Legal, Psychological, and Social Perspectives » (3rd Edition)

This student-friendly, easy-to-read text covers the entire field of victimology. Fully updated to reflect the latest trends, VICTIMOLOGY: LEGAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, AND SOCIAL PERSPECTIVES, 3/e reflects the field’s growing focus on the entire victim-offender relationship, while taking a global perspective on the study of victimology. The authors first introduce traditional victimology theories, the measurement of crime, and both civil and criminal processes. Next, they discuss responses to victimization, including techniques for empowering victims. They next turn to special types of victims, including the elderly, the disabled, and gay and lesbian victims. Finally, they thoroughly review the civil remedies available to crime victims.

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Takes a global perspective on the study of victimology, with material divided into four major areas. An introduction surveys traditional theories regarding victimology, the measurement of crime, and the civil and criminal process, and briefly discusses the juvenile system. Section II covers consequences and responses of victimization and empowering victims. A third section discusses special types of victims, including homicide and family violence victims, the disabled, hate crime victims, and gay and lesbian victims. A final section explains civil remedies available to victims. Pedagogical features include chapter outlines, learning objectives, key terms, and discussion questions. Material is presented in a readable yet sophisticated style. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Ch. 1 Introduction and History of Victimology 1

Ch. 2 Measurement of Crime and Its Effects 23

Ch. 3 The Consequences of Victimization 37

Ch. 4 Empowering Victims 57

Ch. 5 Homicide Victims 73

Ch. 6 Females As Victims 88

Ch. 7 Intimate Partner Abuse 112

Ch. 8 Child Victims 133

Ch. 9 Elder Victims 157

Ch. 10 Hate Crimes 170

Ch. 11 Special Victim Populations 186

Ch. 12 An Overview of the Criminal Justice System 210

Ch. 13 Civil Court Proceedings and Victims 229

Ch. 14 Negligence and Intentional Torts 243

Ch. 15 Constitutional and Civil Rights of Victims 256

Ch. 16 Compensation and Restitution of Victims 273

Ch. 17 Victim Impact Statements 287

Ch. 18 International Aspects of Victimology 301

Epilogue: Broad Themes 328

Appendix Critical Dates in the Victims' Rights Movement Victimology-Related Web Sites 332

Index 346