This book provides an understanding of youth offending and policy and practice responses that have been underpinned by risk factor research. The arguments set o

Reviewers' comments on the first edition "This is an excellent introductory textbook on youth and crime. It is excellent not only in its analysis of criminologi

How is the modern world shaping young people and youth crime? What impact is this having on the latest policies and practice? Are current youth justice services

This book aims to provide an understanding of youth offending and policy and practice responses, particularly the risk-focused approaches that have underpinned

This book provides a comprehensive, student-friendly and critical introduction to youth justice in England and Wales, offering a balanced evaluation of its deve