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Criminology: Books

Criminology Books:

Many books for Criminology begin with the call number HV and are shelved on the first floor of the Central Library.  Many more books with related and/or specific topics can be found throughout the Library's collections.  Find them by searching Library Search | Ketu and/or check out the recommended books below.

Comparative Law:

Criminology is a popular comparative law subject, that is, to study the same laws from different jurisdictions (countries). Most textbooks in the Law Library on Criminology are in the Comparative Law section, at KB300 on the 7th floor.

If you find references to cases or legislation from countries beyond New Zealand, try WORLDLII.org or see the Law Librarian for assistance.

Recommended books

Recommended books for SOCI 103 and CRIM 201

How do I improve my book searching techniques?

Want to brush up on your book searching skills?  Start with the Self Help guide:

Criminology: Essential Book Reads

Victimology: Essential Book Reads

Found a citation to a book but it is not in the Otago collection?

 

If you need a book that is not available in print or as an ebook at this library, request a copy using the Interloan service.