Examining Black Deaths in Custody and Solutions for Social Justice |
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Author:
| Simmons, Janelle Christine |
Series title: | Advances in Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Penology Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-6684-7436-5 |
Publication Date: | May 2023 |
Publisher: | IGI Global
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Imprint: | Information Science Reference |
Book Format: | Multiple-item retail product |
List Price: | USD $260.00 |
Book Description:
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In today's modern era, it has never been more crucial to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations, in particular Black individuals, in custody. Further study is required to implement best practices and strategies that improve protection. Comparing Black Deaths in Custody, Police Brutality, and Social Justice Solutions describes the actions that lead to the death of Black people while they are in the process of being detained by a law enforcement agent or are already detained. This...
More DescriptionIn today's modern era, it has never been more crucial to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations, in particular Black individuals, in custody. Further study is required to implement best practices and strategies that improve protection. Comparing Black Deaths in Custody, Police Brutality, and Social Justice Solutions describes the actions that lead to the death of Black people while they are in the process of being detained by a law enforcement agent or are already detained. This publication focuses on three core countries, America, Australia, and South Africa, where Black deaths in custody appear to occur at higher rates. Covering key topics such as racism, prejudice, and slavery, this reference work is ideal for industry professionals, law enforcement officers, government officials, policymakers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.