NCJ Number
26716
Date Published
1975
Length
152 pages
Annotation
A West German criminologist argues for an unequivocal commitment by the field of criminology to the theoretical bases of the concept of social defense as an appropriate criminological ideology for a democratic society.
Abstract
The concept of social defense emphasizes the need for a treatment-oriented and individualized correctional system as well as respect for basic human rights. The discussion is in the context of West German criminal justice issues. --In German