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James C. Oleson

    Contesting Crime Science
    • Contesting Crime Science

      Our Misplaced Faith in Crime Prevention Technology

      • 275 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The book offers a critical examination of modern criminological ideologies, particularly focusing on the reliance on suppressive technologies in crime control. Authors Kramer and Oleson argue that these technologies are not only misguided but also selectively address certain harms while neglecting others. Their passionate analysis highlights the injustices perpetuated by the fantasies surrounding technological solutions to crime, challenging prevailing narratives in the field.

      Contesting Crime Science