Gangs, Drugs and (Dis)Organised Crime
By Robert McLean
Published
Aug 21, 2019Page count
256 pagesISBN
978-1529203028Dimensions
234 x 156 mmImprint
Bristol University PressPublished
Aug 21, 2019Page count
256 pagesISBN
978-1529203042Imprint
Bristol University PressPublished
Aug 21, 2019Page count
256 pagesISBN
978-1529203042Imprint
Bristol University Press
Gangs, Drugs and (Dis)Organised Crime
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Drawing upon unique empirical data based on interviews with high-profile ex-offenders and experts, this book sheds new light on drug markets and gangs in the UK. The study shows how traditional methods of tackling gang violence fail to address the intertwined nature of those criminal activities which can overlap with other organised crime spheres. McLean sparks new debate on the subject, offering solutions and alternatives.
“…[A] fine, courageous book. Reading McLean’s personal account and research reminds this reviewer of the randomness of the luck and context surrounding youths and gangs. Certainly here in the United States, “one zip code over”...can mean the difference between a life a la McLean’s Young Teams and, say, incredible opportunity and resources where the sky is indeed the limit.” Criminal Law and Criminal Justice Books
''A well-written and fascinating ethnography which provides a holistic and nuanced description of Scottish gangs and drug markets. Should be essential reading for students, academics, practitioners and policy makers in Scotland and beyond.'' James Windle, University College Cork
Robert McLean is a lecturer within the Interdisciplinary Research Unit on Crime, Policing and Social Justice at the University of the West of Scotland.
Preface
Part I
Introduction
Part II
A Review of Gang Literature
Scottish Gang Literature
Part III
Rediscovering Scottish Gangs: Towards a Typology
Street Life, Crime, and (Dis)Organised Crime
Gangs and Drug Supply
Part IV
Tackling Gangs, Organised Crime, and Rethinking Drug Policy
