The criminal justice system refers to the network of government and private agencies intended to manage the accused and convicted criminals. It consists of three fundamental components that include law enforcement agencies, judiciary, and the correctional systems, which include social welfare agencies. Crime, its prevention and punishment have been central concerns for social welfare policy since there has been a formalized system of social welfare. In the criminal justice system, social welfare agencies frequently help individuals by providing assistance in navigating the court and legal processes, connections to relevant resources, policy advocacy, emotional support and housing application assistance. The topics included in this book on criminal justice systems and social welfare agencies are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make it an invaluable source of knowledge.