BRITISH JOURNAL OF CRIMINOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Innovating criminological discourse for contemporary challenges.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Crime and Justice:
The journal emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary research, integrating insights from sociology, psychology, law, and public policy to understand the multifaceted nature of crime and its implications. - Critical Examination of Penal Systems:
A consistent focus on critical analyses of penal systems and practices, including issues related to incarceration, punishment, and rehabilitation, highlighting the social, political, and economic contexts of these systems. - Exploration of Vulnerability and Marginalization:
Research that addresses the experiences of marginalized groups, including women, ethnic minorities, and economically disadvantaged individuals, in the context of crime and criminal justice. - Impact of Technology and Digital Culture:
An emerging area of focus on the impact of technology on crime, including cybercrime, digital surveillance, and the role of social media in shaping public perceptions of safety and justice. - Global Perspectives on Criminology:
The journal includes a global perspective, investigating crime and justice issues across different cultural and geographical contexts, particularly in relation to globalization and transnational crime.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersectionality in Crime Analysis:
A significant trend is the application of intersectional frameworks to understand how various social identities (e.g., race, gender, class) interact to shape experiences of crime and victimization, providing a nuanced analysis of systemic inequalities. - Environmental and Green Criminology:
Emerging research focusing on environmental crimes, climate change, and the intersection of ecological issues with criminology is gaining attention, highlighting the urgent need for a criminological response to environmental degradation. - Impact of COVID-19 on Crime and Justice:
The pandemic has spurred a wave of research examining its effects on crime rates, policing practices, and the experiences of incarcerated individuals, reflecting a timely and relevant focus in the field. - Digital Crime and Cybersecurity:
As technology evolves, there is an increasing emphasis on digital crime, cybersecurity, and the implications of digitalization for law enforcement and public safety, indicating a shift towards understanding crime in the digital age. - Community and Restorative Justice Approaches:
Growing interest in community-based and restorative justice models reflects a trend towards exploring alternative approaches to traditional punitive measures, emphasizing healing and social reintegration.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Crime Types:
There has been a noticeable decline in research focused solely on traditional crime types, such as theft and burglary, as the journal increasingly prioritizes complex social issues and systemic factors influencing crime. - Historical Criminology:
Although historical perspectives remain valuable, there is a waning interest in purely historical criminological studies, with more emphasis placed on contemporary issues and their implications for current policy and practice. - Punitive Approaches to Crime Control:
Research advocating for punitive measures as primary responses to crime appears to be decreasing, with a shift towards restorative justice and rehabilitation models gaining traction.
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