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Pearson+ gives you access to much more than your eTextbook. Most titles also include audiobooks, study notes, flashcards and more to help you thrive in the classroom. For all courses in courts and criminal justice. The market’s most comprehensive introduction to America’s courts Courts and Criminal Justice in America provides a balanced, modern introduction to America’s court system. Assuming no prior knowledge of the courts, the authors examine the basic structure of the court system and its processes. Cases illustrate the power of the courts to regulate citizens' lives and strike a balance between rights and liberties. The 4th Edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest cases, research and statistics throughout. Updated chapter-opening stories engage students by setting key concepts within the context of recent newsworthy events.