Law & Crime - Kids

The Miranda v. Arizona decision was instrumental in making sure that people accused of a crime are aware of all their rights and have equal access to counsel, even if they can not afford it. The Miranda rights, which are read to apprehended suspects,...

What is the legislative branch? It's the part of government that makes our country's laws. But just how does the legislative branch make a law? And what else does this branch do? Read this book to find out.Author: Sandy Donovan, Robin NelsonISBN-10: 0761385592ISBN-13: 9780761385592Publisher:...

Immigration is a hot topic in the United States. What kind of immigration should be allowed? How should immigrants who have come into the United States illegally be treated? What about the DREAMers? Refugees seeking asylum? Will building a border wall keep out illegal...

President James Garfield was walking through a train station when a gunman shot him in the back. A mad scene erupted as Garfield bled on the floor and a crowd surrounded the shooter. Who was this strange man and why had he shot the...

This timely and essential volume addresses controversies related to the U.S. Libertarian Movement. Essays are arranged in a pro versus con format so that readers are exposed to more than one opinion. Across four chapters, essays debate issues surrounding contemporary slavery, whether sex trafficking...

Four intriguing questions are asked across four chapters: Are the police using excessive force? Is police brutality a widespread problem in the United States? How can police brutality be stopped? What is the U.S. government's response to police brutality? Essays assembled under each question...

This assembly of essays explores how the purchasing of firearms, background checks, and current firearm regulation are affecting the rate of gun related violence. Other topics include whether or not gun violence is on the rise and if there is cause for concern. This...

The word euthanasia comes from the Greek words, Eu, which means good, and Thanatosis, which means death. It means a gentle and easy death. It is a measurement than has been taken since early times to allow someone suffering or in need to die...

This collection of essays examines how domestic terrorism should be assessed or defined, and what groups are likely to emerge from these threats. It also looks at how the threat of domestic terrorism could be averted or prevented, and how it should be treated....

Readers will examine the views and fears that physicians have over lawsuits and how those fears affect medical care. This volume studies malpractice caps, and safe-harbor laws, and how they impact patients and doctors. It will give your readers a greater understanding of what...

Benedict Arnold always carried things too far. As a boy he did crazy things like climbing atop a burning roof and picking a fight with the town constable. As a soldier, he was even more reckless. He was obsessed with being the leader and...

This book presents background information, job descriptions, education plans, job search tips, and career advice for people interested in criminal profiling, explaining that a profiler analyzes a crime scene and draws conclusions about a criminal's personality. Chapter Titles: Catching Criminals with Profiling, The Criminal...

Uncovering a Terrorist is the story of the FBI's investigation of Mohamed Mohamud led by Agent Ryan Dwyer, the agent who helped bring him to justice, creating room for the conversation surrounding religious terrorism and its effects around the world. Mohamed Osman Mohamud was...

Slaughtering elephants for their ivory; shooting bears for their gall bladders; capturing sea turtles for soup. In the name of vanity, fashion, and greed, man stalks and kills wild animals -- and gets away with it, even when it is clearly against the law....

We the people at Who HQ bring readers the full story--arguments and all--of how the US Constitution came into being. Signed on September 17, 1787--four years after the American War for Independence--the Constitution laid out the supreme law of the United States of America....

Animals in the wild can be in constant danger.Many protected wild animals fetch a high price on the black market, whether because their body parts are desirable resources for making clothing and other products or because people want to keep them as pets. Readers...

Two-time Newbery Honor Book author has written an amazing account of one of America's most famous hoaxes!When a 10-foot tall purported "petrified man" is unearthed from a backyard in upstate New York in 1869, the discovery immediately turns into a spectacle of epic proportions....

The Firefly Books young kids' career series: I Want to Be New editions, revised to reflect the increasing diversity in society and changing technology in the lives of people working around children. Praise for the series: "The series offers books that may be useful...

New York Times bestselling author James L. Swanson brings to life the fast-paced, suspense-filled story of Abraham Lincoln's and Jefferson Davis's final journeys through our wounded nation following the Civil War. This middle grade nonfiction book is an excellent choice for tween readers in...

Forensic science helps to determine the cause of somebody's death and to catch people who have committed a crime. Learn about the history of forensics, the latest tools and techniques forensic scientists use, and more.Author: Abbe Lynn StarrISBN-10: 8765608941ISBN-13: 9798765608944Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished:...

Find out what really happened when a strange man hijacked an airplane in 1971 and then parachuted out of it, never to be seen again. What is the truth behind the mystery of the man who came to be known as D. B. Cooper?...

A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year The Sun Does Shine is an extraordinary testament to the power of hope sustained through the darkest times, now adapted for younger readers, with a revised foreword by Just Mercy author Bryan Stevenson. In 1985,...

This title examines the crimes of Eric Robert Rudolph, the bomber whose attack on the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia, gained worldwide attention. Readers will learn about the massive manhunt for Rudolph, his years in hiding, and how he was finally captured. Features...

Teens often hear about other teens who get into trouble with the law. But they're seldom asked what they think should happen next and why. A unique introduction to the juvenile justice system, this book invites teens to preside over a variety of real-life...

In 1857, a slave sued for his freedom, and lost. Readers will take an in-depth look at what some call the worst Supreme Court decision in history. The author also looks at the aftermath of the case, including the Civil War, and the great...

Encourage teens to recognize the importance of voting and making their voices heard in the democratic process with this timely book focused on Supreme Court decisions that came down to a single vote. Chapters examine key Supreme Court rulings and explore how these cases...

Starting in 1692, many American colonists accused others of being witches in Salem, Massachusetts. It resulted in the deaths of several innocent people. Myths about the Salem Witch Trials have stuck around for hundreds of years. Were only women accused of witchcraft during the...

A Student's Guide to American Civics -- The four books in this series offer important answers to the basic questions about living in America and being a U.S. citizen. Profiling one civics concept in each volume, the books provide up-to-date information concerning real issues...

Protecting buildings and investigating terroristic threats are just the beginning of what members of the Federal Protective Service do. Find out what these security professionals do to keep the United States safe.Author: Marty GitlinISBN-10: 1623106184ISBN-13: 9781623106188Publisher: Black Rabbit BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2023Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.44lbsSize:...

Secret meetings and spying around the world are just the beginning of what members of the CIA do. Find out what CIA agents do to keep the United States safe.Author: Marty GitlinISBN-10: 1623106168ISBN-13: 9781623106164Publisher: Bolt!Language: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2023Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.57lbsSize: 9.06h x 6.54w x...

This book explores mass incarceration in America, highlighting the history of the topic, an analysis of the events that shaped it, and an overview of the debates surrounding the topic. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case...

Starting in 1692, many American colonists accused others of being witches in Salem, Massachusetts. It resulted in the deaths of several innocent people. Myths about the Salem Witch Trials have stuck around for hundreds of years. Were only women accused of witchcraft during the...

Retired Senior Judge L. Clifford Davis touched and inspired countless lives throughout America. Judge Davis challenged segregation laws in public school systems, fought for civil rights, and stood tall against discrimination in the workplace, housing, and public facilities. His efforts enhanced education and employment...

Retired Senior Judge L. Clifford Davis touched and inspired countless lives throughout America. Judge Davis challenged segregation laws in public school systems, fought for civil rights, and stood tall against discrimination in the workplace, housing, and public facilities. His efforts enhanced education and employment...

This book explores mass incarceration in America, highlighting the history of the topic, an analysis of the events that shaped it, and an overview of the debates surrounding the topic. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case...

Find out what really happened when a strange man hijacked an airplane in 1971 and then parachuted out of it, never to be seen again. What is the truth behind the mystery of the man who came to be known as D. B. Cooper?...

Readers follow along on a day in the life of a police officer as a young girl pretends to be a law enforcement officer while on a walk with her dad. Includes a glossary and an activity.Author: Connie Colwell MillerISBN-10: 1681523183ISBN-13: 9781681523187Publisher: Amicus IllustratedLanguage:...

What does a state governor do? Learn about the duties of a state governor, who can be a state governor, where they work, and how state governors are elected. Descriptive main text, full-color photos, fast facts, and callout definitions work together to support understanding.Author:...

This book explores gun laws in America, highlighting the history of the topic, an analysis of the events that shaped it, and an overview of the debates surrounding the topic. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case...

Embark on an exciting journey to explore the fascinating world of law and discover what it takes to become a lawyer! Dive into the captivating stories of famous lawyers and landmark cases that have shaped history. Gain an understanding of the legal system and...

Founded in 1908 as a group of bank examiners and labor law investigators, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has become one of the premier law enforcement agencies in the world. The FBI's broad mission includes investigating everything from international terrorism and organized crime to...

AN ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATION OF WORD-PAIRS SUCH THAT THE SECOND WORD WOULD BE IDENTICAL TO THE FIRST WORD IF ONE CHARACTER HAD NOT BEEN REMOVED. SUPPORTED BY CHARACTERFUL AND ENTERTAINING ILLUSTRATIONS CHILDREN CAN LEARN HOW EASILY WORDS CAN CHANGE.WITH A CRIMINAL JUSTICE THEME EBOOK AVAILABLE...

SUPPORTED BY BOLD AND VIBRANT ILLUSTRATIONS "SEIZE THE Q: CRIMINAL JUSTICE WORD-PAIRS DIFFERING BY A SINGLE CHARACTER" IS A CLEVERLY WRITTEN, FUN AND EDUCATIONAL LOOK AT WORD-PAIRS EBOOK AVAILABLE TO BUY FROM KOBO, APPLE BOOKS AND BARNES & NOBLEAuthor: Wayne L. DavisISBN-10: 1940803128ISBN-13: 9781940803128Publisher:...

The primary source writings in this anthology have been selected to provide your readers with a broad spectrum of viewpoints on gangs and gang violence. Readers will evaluate the causes of gang formation and gang violence, and whether the number of gangs and gang...

Using clear text and large, full color photographs and graphics, this title explores the world of the police detective. Readers will learn how detectives investigate and gather evidence for a variety of misdemeanors and felonies, from narcotics and street crimes to white-collar crime and...

Author: David CollinsISBN-10: 1565548620ISBN-13: 9781565548626Publisher: Pelican Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2003Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 11.50h x 8.58w x 0.35dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.4Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 85042 / Clarence Thomas: Fighter with WordsReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 02/01/2004 pg. 128Multicultural Review 06/01/2004 pg....

Benjamin Franklin was born in extraordinary times. The people of the thirteen colonies were considering rebelling against their English masters, and each person would be forced to choose where they would stand on the issue of independence. The young nation would need brave men...

A "witty thriller" (The New York Times) for middle-grade readers about how the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre, how the robbery made the portrait the most famous artwork in the world--and how the painting by Leonardo da Vinci should never have existed...

Espionage is one of the biggest modern-day threats to our security, so what can we do to stop it? This intriguing book explains how cutting-edge science and technology is used to stalk and stop spies and fight ever-changing battles in the secretive world of...

During the 2016 Presidential election, there were repeated allegations made about voter fraud, by the winning candidate. Semi-annual studies by the Brennan Center for Justice of NYU conclusively demonstrate however, that most allegations of fraud turn out to be baseless. Issues relating to false...