Contributions

  • Maxson, Cheryl Lee. - Contributor

Publication

2006 - Oxford University Press, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

77,500 words, Guess

Page Count

310 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2005023272
  • LibraryThing4815239
  • Goodreads1813951

Classifications

  • DDC364.1/06/60973
  • LCCHV6439.U5 K585 2006

Description

Provides a critical examination of knowledge about gangs and major gang control programs across the nation. This book focuses on gang proliferation and crime patterns, and highlights known risk factors that lead to youths joining gangs and to gang formation within communities. It is useful for criminologists social workers, and policy makers.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Studies in crime and public policy

Other Editions

  • Street gang patterns and policiesOxford University Press2006-01-01

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