Victimology and Criminal Justice System (1st Edition) 2021

Victimology and Criminal Justice System is a comprehensive academic and legal work that focuses on the study of victims of crime and their treatment within the criminal justice process. The book explores the evolution of victimology as a discipline and examines how traditional offender-centric criminal law has gradually shifted toward a victim-oriented justice model.

It provides detailed analysis of victims’ rights, including access to justice, fair treatment, compensation, restitution, and rehabilitation. The book also discusses constitutional safeguards under Article 21, statutory provisions under the CrPC, POCSO Act, and other victim protection laws, along with judicial interpretations shaping victim jurisprudence in India.

Special emphasis is placed on vulnerable victims such as women, children, and marginalized communities, highlighting mechanisms for protection, support services, and restorative justice. By combining criminological theory with legal analysis, the book offers valuable insights into policy reforms and best practices aimed at strengthening victim participation in the criminal justice system. Written in a clear and scholarly manner, it serves as an essential reference for legal education, research, and criminal justice reform initiatives.