Criminology & Criminal Justice
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Innovative Solutions in Crime and Justice
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Crime:
The journal emphasizes the importance of integrating insights from sociology, psychology, law, and public policy to understand crime and criminal justice comprehensively. - Empirical Research and Evidence-Based Practice:
A strong focus on empirical studies ensures that published research contributes to evidence-based practices in criminal justice, helping to inform policy and improve outcomes. - Victimology and Restorative Justice:
Research exploring the experiences of victims and the principles of restorative justice is central to the journal, promoting discussions on healing, accountability, and community engagement. - Social Justice and Human Rights:
The journal addresses issues of social justice, highlighting the implications of criminal justice practices on marginalized communities and advocating for human rights within the justice system. - Policy Analysis and Reform:
Critical analyses of existing policies and proposals for reform are frequently published, aiming to influence policy-making and improve the effectiveness of the criminal justice system.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Technology on Crime:
The exploration of technology's role in crime, including cybercrime and the use of artificial intelligence in policing and justice, has gained significant attention, highlighting the need for adapting to a digital landscape. - Intersectionality in Crime and Justice:
Emerging themes focus on the intersectionality of gender, race, and socioeconomic status in understanding crime, victimization, and justice processes, emphasizing the complexities of social identities. - Restorative and Transformative Justice:
There is a growing interest in restorative justice frameworks and transformative approaches to criminal justice, aiming to address systemic issues and promote healing for victims and offenders alike. - Public Health Perspectives on Crime:
Research linking public health and crime prevention, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, suggests a trend towards understanding crime through a public health lens. - Global Perspectives on Crime and Justice:
Recent papers reflect a broader global perspective on crime, including transnational crime and the experiences of marginalized populations worldwide, indicating an expanding scope in international criminology.
Declining or Waning
- Focus on Traditional Crime Categories:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications centered on traditional crime categories (e.g., theft, burglary) as the journal shifts towards more complex social issues related to crime. - Neglect of Theoretical Frameworks:
The journal has seen fewer papers utilizing classical criminological theories, suggesting a waning interest in theoretical discussions in favor of empirical and applied research. - Reduction in Studies on Law Enforcement Practices:
Research explicitly examining conventional law enforcement practices and strategies appears to be diminishing, possibly as newer themes related to community-based approaches gain traction. - Diminished Interest in Historical Analyses:
There is a marked decrease in studies focused on historical perspectives of crime and justice, indicating a pivot towards contemporary issues and immediate challenges in the field.
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