Flawed Criminal Justice Policies: At the Intersection of the Media, Public Fear, and Legislative Response

BONUS ONLINE ONLY CHAPTER: Deliberate Indifference?: Individuals with Mental Illness in the Criminal Justice System by Jacqueline Buffington & Madelyn Mitchell The third edition of Flawed Criminal Justice Policies discusses real-world consequences of flawed policy. It expands on the second edition's critical examination of misguided policy in the criminal justice system. This work brings together leading scholars and practitioners to analyze where and how policies fall short and what must change. This edition presents new and updated chapters that address issues such as police use of force, solitary confinement, concealed carry laws on college campuses, and the complexities of jail and prison visitation policies. This anthology also explores a range of flawed policies, from prosecutorial obligations under the Brady Rule and the treatment of incarcerated pregnant women and mothering behind bars to juveniles navigating reentry, policing and riot control, and others. Special attention is given to marginalized populations such as the LGBTQ+ community. This edition is informed by current research and includes an online chapter that addresses people in the criminal justice system who face mental health issues. The third edition is essential for students, educators, policymakers, and advocates seeking to promote equitable and evidence-based justice policy.