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Criminal Justice: Broken Windows

Broken Windows Theory

"‘Broken windows’ is shorthand for the theory that neglect of relatively minor incivilities can create a permissive environment for anti-social behaviour, which can lead to a tipping point where crime problems become serious and out of control". (source: Credo Reference)

James Q. Wilson and George Kelling are credited with this theory after publishing an article in the Atlantic Monthly in 1982.

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Books in Library

Circulating titles are located upstairs on the 2nd floor.  These titles can be checked out of the library for a 28-day loan period.  You will need your Roadrunner Card to check out books. 

These are just a few of the many titles available in the library.  To locate more, search the GIL-Online catalog.