The book examines dominant approaches (situational, social development, community crime prevention, and community policing), as well as process-oriented issues essential to its application (planning, implementing, and evaluating a crime prevention project), balancing a scholarly analysis of the subject while imparting useful skills.
Presents an introduction to and overview of the theory and practice of crime prevention
Explains how etiological theories of crime and criminal behavior inform each of the dominant crime prevention approaches
Encourages the development of knowledge, expertise, and practical skills among students and crime prevention practitioners that can be applied in the real world
Provides a detailed, step-by-step approach to the planning, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of successful crime prevention interventions
Enhances the development of critical analytical thinking, communication, and writing skills of the reader
