Young People, Crime and Justice

Young People, Crime and Justice, 2nd Edition, provides an undergraduate introduction to youth offending, youth justice, and related social policy.

The textbook examines why young people become involved in crime, exploring rational, biological, psychological, and sociological explanations of offending. It investigates the development of young people alongside attempts to educate, discipline, and control them, while reviewing the framework established by the Youth Justice Board.

Designed for students taking modules in youth crime and justice policy, the volume incorporates pedagogical aids such as chapter summaries, key points, and review questions to support study.