Firearms Control: A Study of Armed Crime and Firearms Control in England and Wales

Firearms Control, published in 1972, is a result of research at the Cambridge University Institute of Criminology. It reveals massive and dangerous shortcomings in official statistics and calls for radical changes in legislative and administrative attitudes to firearms control to reduce the burden on the police.

Format: Hardback
Length: 278 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First published in 1972, Firearms Control is the culmination of extensive research conducted at the Cambridge University Institute of Criminology. This comprehensive work delves into the multifaceted challenges associated with firearms control, offering a profound examination of the topic. Serving as the Chief Inspector of the police, Colin Greenwood embarks on an insightful investigation, utilizing fascinating material that has been previously unpublished or largely forgotten. Through his meticulous research and original findings, Greenwood exposes significant and perilous shortcomings in the official statistics, shedding light on the widespread misunderstanding of the firearms issue. He meticulously examines current legislation and policies, showcasing the immense effort and outcomes of these endeavors.

The findings of Firearms Control challenge numerous prevailing attitudes and theories, prompting a call for radical changes in legislative and administrative approaches to firearms control. Greenwood advocates for a shift towards reducing the burden on the police by permitting them to focus their efforts on methods that are more likely to yield productive results. This book is of utmost importance to legislators, police officers, sociologists, statisticians, lawyers, and laymen alike, as it sheds light on the complex dynamics of firearms control and offers valuable insights into potential solutions.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032610085