Table of Contents

Introduction Part 1: Definitions Part 2: Key Acts Part 3: Key Documents Part 4: Internet Sources. Index

About the Author

Peter Joyce is Principal Lecturer in Criminology at Manchester Metropolitan University. Recently published works include The Politics of Protest (Palgrave, 2002), Criminal Justice (Willan, 2006), and Criminology and Criminal Justice: A Study Guide (Willan, 2009). Neil Wain is Chief Superintendent in the Greater Manchester Police and divisional commander of Stockport. He has been a BCU commander for three years, with considerable experience of working in partnership with local criminal justice agencies. Publications include The ASBO -- Wrong Turning, Dead End (Howard League for Penal Reform, 2007) and numerous articles on youth crime.