A collection of readings for students and prospective jurors on the realities of the police, court and penal system. Explore the realities of the police, court and penal system in this revealing collection of readings. This is an essential guide for understanding and acting on the realities of our political system by looking at who is in prison, who the death penalty is for, the value of juries, and how to improve juries. This book is critical reading for anyone who may be called to serve on a jury, and for anyone interested in improving the criminal justice system.