Justice Perverted

"Ewing is an accomplished law professor and psychologist, and his depth of understanding is evident in this clear but scholarly treatment of these controversial sex offense laws. He gives a lucid, objective analysis of the laws, easily separating myth from reality in this intensely emotional area. I recommend this book to anyone---professional or otherwise---who wishes to understand sex offenders and the laws used to manage them." Philip H. Witt, Ph.D., ABPP, President, American Academy of Forensic Psychology, and co-author of Evaluation of Sexually Violent Predators.

"A remarkable, eye-opener of a book-Professor Ewing brings to this highly controversial subject his knowledge as both a law professor and as a practicing forensic mental health expert. Justice, Perverted is informative, readable and should be required reading for attorneys, judges, and forensic psychologists and psychiatrists working in this area. Ewing's specific recommendations for public policy reform should make all of us re-think our immediate `gut reaction' as to how those who commit these horrific crimes should be treated." Alan M. Goldstein, Ph.D., ABPP, Board Certified in Forensic Psychology and Professor Emeritus, John Jay College of Criminal Justice

"This book is a breath of fresh air. It debunks the media-driven frenzy of fear, hate mongering, and utterly irrational laws that do far more harm than good. Professor Ewing writes thoughtfully, carefully, and persuasively. This book should be read by all who care about-and think about-this topic." Michael L. Perlin, Professor of Law, Director of International Mental Disability Law Reform Project, and Director of the Online Mental Disability Law Program, New York Law School

"Society has the responsibility to ensure community safety through the implementation of effective public policies that are rational, fair, and fiscally responsible. This book reviews the development and implementation of contemporary sex offender legislation in a methodical, balanced, remarkably detailed, and yet easily readable, manner. This fact-filled book should be must reading for any mental health professional, attorney, judge, legislator or ethicist who wants to better understand issues related to sexual offender laws, as well as for any citizen who want to be more fully and accurately informed."

Fred S. Berlin, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychiatry, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine