Criminal Justice

The American Correctional Association provides a professional organization for all individuals and groups, both public and private that share a common goal of improving the justice system.

From July 1976 to the present, it contains an index to all types of U.S. government documents, including Congressional hearings and agency publications.

Crime Solutions from the National Institute of Justice uses research to determine successful interventions in criminal justice, juvenile justice, and crime victim services.

"The Department of Homeland Security has a vital mission: to secure the nation from the many threats we face. This requires the dedication of more than 240,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analyst to chemical facility inspector. Our duties are wide-ranging, and our goal is clear - keeping America safe."

The DEA enforces the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States. The website includes statistics on domestic arrests and clandestine labs.

Features statistics on inmates in the federal prison system.

This site is maintained by the Administrative Office of the "U.S. Courts on behalf of the Federal Judiciary. The purpose of this site is to provide information from and about the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government."

Created & managed by Cornell Law School. Information and explanations of Federal Rules & Laws, along with a Legal Encyclopedia.

Search state bills and laws.

Website of "the statewide law enforcement agency for the Commonwealth, comprised of five operational divisions: Field Services, Investigative Services, Standards and Training, Homeland Security, and Administration and Finance. We staff facilities and maintain investigative, tactical and support units throughout the state."

The OJJDP Statistical Briefing Book (SBB) provides access to data surrounding juvenile crime and victimization and about youth involved in the juvenile justice system in the United States.

"To enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States according to the law; to ensure public safety against threats foreign and domestic; to provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime; to seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior; and to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans."

Information collected from approximately 17,000 local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Characteristics, elements, volume, diversity and complexity of reported crime.