This guide discusses various sources of information, both print and electronic. Become familiar with it now, as it will be of invaluable assistance as you continue taking Criminal Justice courses. This guide is also an excellent source for helping you find criminal justice information. Look here for the definitions of criminal justice terms and summaries of major Supreme Court cases involving criminal justice issues. This dictionary gives definitions for thousands of terms related to law.
Encyclopedias are a great source for background information on a topic.
You are already familiar with general encyclopedias like World Book and the Encyclopaedia Britannica . Subject encyclopedias, like this one, are better for information in a specific subject area, because they discuss the items they include in greater detail. Be sure to look at the references provided at the end of an encyclopedia article. This work offers a wealth of statistics, including those on law enforcement, courts, and prisons, compiled by the federal government. This annual publication includes a section of statistics on crime in the United States.