This small book is part of a revolutionary approach to learning about crime and the American system of criminal justice. CJNow! is the print component to the sixth edition of Frank Schmalleger s comprehensive online digital book Criminal Justice Today. It s purpose is to point the way to enhanced learning opportunities that are available using the Internet. This guide leads to a wealth of online multimedia criminal justice learning materials that are just waiting to be heard viewed read and explored. Chapter topics include a definition and introduction to criminal justice; the search for causes; criminal law; policing: history structure and legal aspects; police management; the courts; sentencing; probation parole and community corrections; prisons and jails; juvenile justice; drugs and crime; and the future of criminal justice. For individuals interested in criminal justice--as a system or profession.