Perspectives on Elderly Crime and Victimization, 1st ed.

This textbook focuses on the criminality and victimization of the elderly population. It provides a global perspective on the extent of the elderly crime and victimization, with international comparisons for addressing the problem. It explores the extent and types of crimes committed by the elderly,...

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Main Authors: Kratcoski, Peter C., Edelbacher, Maximilian
Format: Sách
Language:English
Published: Springer 2022
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Online Access:https://dlib.phenikaa-uni.edu.vn/handle/PNK/5327
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Summary:This textbook focuses on the criminality and victimization of the elderly population. It provides a global perspective on the extent of the elderly crime and victimization, with international comparisons for addressing the problem. It explores the extent and types of crimes committed by the elderly, the characteristics of older criminals, and the responses of the criminal justice system (including prisons and institutions) to elderly criminals, including: diversion programs, community-based treatment programs, and special programs including health & mental health care services for older prisoners.