Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice/La Revue canadienne de criminologie et de justice p¨¦nale Volume 52, Number 3 / June 2010 is now available online at http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/j08077406585/.

 

 

This issue contains:

 

Bridging Divides in Canadian Criminology: Some Thoughts on a Possible Future

Laura Huey, Paul-Philippe Par¨¦

 

Abstract: The field of criminology has experienced impressive institutional growth and its current popularity among students suggests that this growth will continue into the future. At the same time, criminologists are working within a fragmented discipline, with disparate theoretical, methodological, and empirical concerns. This lack of a single focus has led to conflicting views as to what should be considered appropriate work or an appropriate approach within the field. Thus, a fundamental question for criminologists is, How can we build a strong collaborative community of scholars that will withstand the challenges posed by real and potential divides? In 2009, the University of Western Ontario hosted a group of multidisciplinary scholars for the purpose of identifying, discussing, and ultimately, attempting to bridge the divisions within contemporary criminological circles. The result is this special issue of the Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h57g744555k4077v/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=0

 

 

R¨¦concilier les divisions en criminologie canadienne : quelques id¨¦es pour le futur

Laura Huey, Paul-Philippe Par¨¦

 

Abstract: La criminologie a connu une croissance institutionnelle remarquable et sa popularit¨¦ parmi les ¨¦tudiants sugg¨¨re que cette croissance se poursuivra ¨¤ l'avenir. Cependant, les criminologues travaillent au sein d'une discipline fragment¨¦e, ses diff¨¦rentes approches th¨¦oriques, m¨¦thodologiques, et empiriques faisant l'objet de d¨¦bats. Cette absence d'un « objet central » de la discipline g¨¦n¨¨re des points de vue contradictoires par rapport ¨¤ ce qui devrait e¡ðtre consid¨¦r¨¦ comme les sujets d'¨¦tude et les approches valides. Donc, une question fondamentale pour les criminologues est : comment ba¡ðtir une communaut¨¦ de chercheurs forte et collaborative qui pourra surmonter les d¨¦fis des divisions r¨¦elles et potentielles de la discipline ? En 2009 un groupe multidisciplinaire de chercheurs se sont rencontr¨¦s ¨¤ l'Universit¨¦ Western Ontario dans le but d'identifier, de discuter et de r¨¦duire les divisions qui existent parmi les diff¨¦rents groupes de recherche criminologique contemporains. Le r¨¦sultat de cette rencontre est cette ¨¦dition sp¨¦ciale de la Revue canadienne de criminologie et de justice p¨¦nale.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h4507255nr417g18/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=1

 

Rethinking Criminology(ies) through the Inclusion of Political Violence and Armed Conflict as Legitimate Objects of Inquiry

Maritza Felices-Luna

 

Abstract: Criminology has yet to achieve full recognition as an independent discipline. Its development has been hampered by a multiplicity of often stale debates between a ¡°traditional¡± and an ¡°alternative¡± criminology over the legitimate object, theories, and methods of the discipline. Rather than pursuing the debate in its current form, this article explores how focusing on new objects of inquiry and the challenges they represent may help to bridge the criminological divide. By rendering the borders of criminology's object permeable, we may produce a malleable and dynamic discipline that deals with processes of normalization/differentiation/othering as well as ordering, governance, and control from different normative and political perspectives, theories, and methods.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h2572x56252412v3/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=2

 

 

Academic Engagement of International Policing-Reform Assistance: Putting Foucauldian Genealogy to Practical Use

Michael Kempa

 

Abstract: In this paper, I develop an approach for normative engagement by academic criminologists through the test case of international policing-reform assistance. By examining some of the known controversies and difficulties associated with international policing-reform assistance, I illustrate the practical policy utility of Foucauldian genealogical analytic inquiry. I argue that the insights and capacities for lateral thinking opened up through this approach are usefully ¡°brought to bear¡± by taking a page from J¨¹rgen Habermas to institutionalize discursive space and thereby democratic experimentalism.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h772q1331km4g713/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=3

 

 

Shifting the Focus: Restorative Justice and Sex Work

Jacqueline Lewis

 

Abstract: In recent years, governments have taken up the concept of restorative justice (RJ) and added what they refer to as RJ practices to their sentencing arsenal. The manner in which these practices are taken up and implemented, however, typically involves a shift away from the original roots and intent of the concept of RJ and a remodelling of its basic foundations. In North America, the application of RJ to sex work typically takes the form of diversion programs aimed at street-based workers and their clients. The goal of such programs is to demonstrate the harmful nature of the industry and its negative effects on the worker and community, thereby discouraging involvement in it. This article problematizes such an application of RJ principles and argues for a shift in focus, particularly regarding the conceptualization of victim, harm, and reparation needed. As our research indicates, it is the existence and application of public policies aimed at various sectors of the sex-work community, especially the criminal law, that are the primary source of harm for people working in the sex industry (PWSI). The requisite steps for restoring justice and protecting the rights of sex workers are outlined.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h21x661741037072/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=4

 

 

Masculinity and Resistance in Adolescent Carceral Settings

Carla Cesaroni, Shahid Alvi

 

Abstract: The concept of hegemonic masculinity is a useful tool for critiquing and understanding narrow cultural constructions of masculinity, the diversity of men's real experiences, and the trajectory of power relations among men. One important tenet of the concept is that masculinities are often constructed, maintained, and restructured according to particular social networks in a given environment. Research that has been conducted on the impact of masculine prison environments has tended to focus on traditional adult male prisons. This paper offers a qualitative account of the lived experiences of 350 incarcerated Canadian male youth. It explores how everyday minor acts of subversion, assertions of youthful identity, and masculinity are used to contest and recast the meanings, directions, and restrictions imposed by the institution. We draw attention to the various ways in which these youth resist the experience of power, discipline, and formal social control. We highlight the ways in which masculinities and subcultural norms intersect to provide the psychological resources and frameworks within which these young people actively resist the experience of captivity, their captors, and the correctional environment.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h590451035682287/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=5

 

 

What Can Political Science Contribute to the Study of Criminal Justice in Canada?

Troy Q. Riddell

Abstract: The article argues that Canadian political scientists have paid more attention to criminal justice than is commonly believed but that there is potential for a much greater contribution. The existing political science literature on criminal justice suggests that three strengths could be built upon by future research. First, political scientists are well positioned to study how the policy process influences the formation of criminal justice policy. Second, political scientists can bring their disciplinary training to bear on questions involving the limits of public authority and the rights of citizens vis-¨¤-vis the state in the context of criminal justice. Finally, the political science literature contains relatively unique methodological, theoretical, and normative perspectives on criminal justice when compared to the literature produced by scholars in other disciplines. The article concludes by outlining some potential impediments to political scientists' paying more heed to criminal justice and also some reasons for optimism that the discipline might build upon its existing contributions.

http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/h6428182538537gp/?p=7221f698c2364f5fa82cef95060c89d8&pi=6

 

 

Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Now in its 52nd year of publication, the Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice ¨C one of the most established journals of criminology in the world ¨C is now available ONLINE.

 

CJCCJ, led by an editorial team selected from the criminology and criminal justice research communities in Canada and abroad, is the inter-disciplinary forum for original contributions and discussion in the field of criminology and criminal justice. Its focus is on the theoretical and scientific aspects of the study of crime and the practical problems of law enforcement, administration of justice and the treatment of offenders.

 

This highly respected scientific publication of the Canadian Criminal Justice Association features in-depth articles based on research and experimentation and appeals to justice administrators, researchers and practitioners, academics, and anyone wishing to keep abreast of recent criminological findings and opinions.

 

The CJCCJ frequently publishes special thematic issues. Recent issues have explored topics such as the Youth Criminal Justice Act, wrongful convictions, criminology research in Canada, and punishment and restorative justice. Forthcoming issues of interest are Privacy and Police Powers (available summer 2008) and Car Theft (available late 2008).

 

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