This journal publishes research on crime, victimization, and the criminal justice system. Articles examine topics such as white-collar crime, recidivism, cyber-victimization, terrorism, organized crime, domestic abuse, youth gang involvement, and drug trafficking. The research also explores the effectiveness of interventions, the experiences of offenders and victims, and the role of social and individual factors in criminal behavior.
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Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Criminology & Penology
Scopus Categories
Law
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Crime Patterns and InterventionsCriminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisCrime, Illicit Activities, and GovernancePsychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual OffendingPolicing Practices and PerceptionsWildlife Conservation and Criminology AnalysesHomelessness and Social IssuesIntimate Partner and Family ViolenceTerrorism, Counterterrorism, and Political ViolenceSex work and related issues