Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Disproportionate Minority Contact and Racism in the US by Paul R. Ketchum, B. Mitchell Peck Drawing on original data, this book addresses the issue of color-blind racism through an examination of the circular logic used by the juvenile justice system to criminalize non-White youth. It calls for a need to understand racial inequality in the justice system from a structural perspective rather than simply at the level of individual bias. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book addresses the issue of colour-blind racism through an examination of the circular logic used by the juvenile justice system to criminalise non-White youth.Disproportionate Minority Contact (DMC), refers to the proportional overrepresentation of minority youth at each step of the juvenile justice system.Drawing on original data, including interviews with court and probation officer and juvenile self-reports, the authors call for a need to understand racial and ethnic inequality in the juvenile justice system from a structural perspective rather than simply at the level of individual bias.This unique research will contribute to larger discussions on how race operates in the United States. Author Biography Paul R. Ketchum is Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Oklahoma.B. Mitchell Peck is Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Oklahoma. Table of Contents Introduction: Policy Born Out of Racist MythOccams Razor: Racial/Ethnic Inequality Throughout SocietyLaw Enforcement Contact with Juveniles: Arrests and CitationsThe Juvenile Justice System: Intake Decisions and OutcomesJuvenile Self-Reports of Deviant and Criminal BehaviourData Issues and the Case for Self-Report DataPolice, Juvenile Court and Juvenile Specialist InterviewsConclusion and Discussion Review "This is a necessary read for anyone interested in how race intersects with the criminal justice system. The book fills a need by providing justification for changes in social policy that many seek." John D. Carl, University of Oklahoma"An in-depth look at DMC in Oklahoma using various types of methods which all seem to be pointing to the same thing: non-White youth are much like White youth, yet they receive differential treatment based on historical patterns that persist today and continue to perplex communities across the US." Carlos E. Posadas, New Mexico State University Long Description This book addresses the issue of colour-blind racism through an examination of the circular logic used by the juvenile justice system to criminalise non-White youth. Disproportionate Minority Contact (DMC), refers to the proportional overrepresentation of minority youth at each step of the juvenile justice system. Drawing on original data, including interviews with court and probation officer and juvenile self-reports, the authors call for a need to understand racial and ethnic inequality in the juvenile justice system from a structural perspective rather than simply at the level of individual bias. This unique research will contribute to larger discussions on how race operates in the United States. Feature Looking specifically at DMC, addresses an important gap in the field; Utilizes unique and rich empirical data; Topical and timely. Details ISBN1529202450 Author B. Mitchell Peck Short Title Disproportionate Minority Contact and Racism in the US Pages 242 Series Sociology of Diversity Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 1529202450 ISBN-13 9781529202458 Format Paperback Subtitle How We Failed Children of Color DEWEY 364.3608900973 Publisher Bristol University Press Imprint Bristol University Press Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 42 Tables, black and white; 28 Illustrations, black and white Publication Date 2023-06-13 NZ Release Date 2023-06-13 UK Release Date 2023-06-13 Alternative 9781529202403 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2023-06-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:142417954;
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