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Empirical evidence is essential in guiding decisionmaking and shaping public policy in criminal justice. Understanding methodological approaches ensures the validity and reliability of research findings. Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology introduces students to the principles of scientific inquiry in the study of crime, law enforcement, and correctional systems. The book discusses quantitative and qualitative techniques, experimental designs, and data interpretation. It also addresses ethical issues and policy implications of research. By combining methodological rigor with realworld examples, it prepares students and professionals to analyze, interpret, and apply research within the criminal justice context.
