JOURNAL OF CRIME & JUSTICE
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering Research in Crime and Justice Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Crime:
The journal integrates insights from criminology, sociology, law, and cultural studies to provide a holistic understanding of crime and justice issues. - Focus on Global South and Indigenous Issues:
A significant emphasis is placed on issues pertinent to the Global South, including perspectives from indigenous communities, which enrich the discourse around justice and crime. - Critical Examination of Power Structures:
Articles often explore the intersections of power, race, gender, and class, critically assessing how these factors influence crime and justice systems. - Innovative Methodological Approaches:
The journal encourages diverse methodologies, including qualitative research, ethnography, and participatory action research, to capture the complexities of crime and justice. - Emerging Trends in Criminology:
It highlights new and evolving themes in the field, such as green criminology, digital crime, and the impact of social media on crime and justice.
Trending and Emerging
- Pacific and Indigenous Criminology:
Recent publications emphasize the development of criminological frameworks specific to Pacific and Indigenous contexts, marking a significant shift towards localized understandings of crime and justice. - Green Criminology:
The rise of environmental concerns has led to increased publications on green criminology, focusing on environmental harms and justice, particularly in relation to climate change and resource exploitation. - Gender-Based Violence and Feminist Perspectives:
There is a growing focus on gender-based violence, with an emphasis on feminist criminological approaches that critique existing legal frameworks and advocate for justice for marginalized groups. - Digital and Cyber Crime:
The emergence of digital technologies has prompted an increase in research addressing cybercrime, surveillance, and the implications of technology on crime and justice. - Social Justice and Human Rights:
The journal is increasingly prioritizing themes related to social justice and human rights, reflecting a broader commitment to addressing systemic inequalities within crime and justice systems.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Criminological Theories:
There is a noticeable reduction in publications centered around classical criminological theories, as newer frameworks that focus on social justice and critical perspectives gain traction. - Focus on Western-centric Perspectives:
The journal has shifted away from predominantly Western-centric analyses, opting instead to amplify voices from the Global South and marginalized communities. - Static Legalistic Approaches:
Research that strictly adheres to traditional legalistic frameworks is becoming less frequent, as the journal favors more dynamic, context-sensitive analyses. - Overemphasis on Quantitative Studies:
There appears to be a waning interest in purely quantitative studies, as the journal increasingly values qualitative insights that offer deeper contextual understanding.
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