Intermediaries in the Criminal Justice System

Download or read book Intermediaries in the Criminal Justice System written by Plotnikoff, Joyce and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2015-06-16 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intermediaries are independent communication specialists who assist children and vulnerable adults who are involved with the criminal justice system--for example, during police interviews or at trial. This is the first book to look in depth at the role of intermediaries and the remarkable success that their increasing involvement with the justice system represents. Built on case studies and interviews, the book offers a comprehensive explanation of the work of intermediaries and their place in the larger criminal justice system.