Lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people (LGBT) and the criminal justice system /

Knight, Charlotte,

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people (LGBT) and the criminal justice system / Charlotte Knight, Kath Wilson. - x, 272 pages ; 21 cm

Includes bibliographical references.

This title explores the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities as victims, offenders and staff within the criminal justice system. It draws on both emerging and existing LGBT research and campaigns to identify and explore issues relevant to the criminal justice system, including agencies of the criminal justice system, victimisation, domestic violence and abuse, transgender experiences, LGBT people as offenders, international perspectives and the personal experiences of LGBT people.

Specialized.

9781137496973 (hbk.) : £68.00 1137496975


Discrimination in criminal justice administration.
Gays--Social conditions.
Crime.
Crime.
Gay/Lesbian Interest.