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Criminal Justice and Legal Research

Introduction to Criminal Justice and Legal Research

Research for criminal justice includes scholarly research on a variety of topics, as well searching for legal cases. This guide will help you start with the best resources for your research, as well as helping you cite your sources and avoid plagiarism. Start with the databases provided by the LSCS Libraries. Selected internet resources for finding legal cases, Texas and US laws, and other criminal justice resources are also included.

Logging in from off-campus?   You'll need a 14-digit barcode number found on the back of your LSCS ID. To get an ID, register for class, then stop by any LSCS Library and pick up your LSCS ID. Photo ID required.

Online student only? Complete a library card request form online. Use your LSCS email address, and a barcode number will be emailed to you. Call our reference desk at 281.312.1693 if you have any questions!

LSCS Libraries: Databases

Internet Resources: NCJRS

Internet Resources: Laws, Legislation & Statutes

Search case law using Google Scholar

Legal reference specialists from the U.S. Library of Congress demonstrate different ways you can find case law using Google Scholar. Please note the limitations of using only Google Scholar; this would not be considered a comprehensive search, but it is a good starting point!

Library Information

SPRING HOURS


January 17 - May 12

Learning Commons 

website: https://www.lonestar.edu/kw-learning-commons

email: Kingwood.LearningCommons@LoneStar.edu

Phone: 281.312.1693


Library Services

email: Kingwood.LearningCommons@LoneStar.edu

Phone: 281.312.1691


 Tutoring & Study Skills

website: www.lonestar.edu/lsc-kingwood-tutoring

email: Jennifer.R.Keller@lonestar.edu

Phone: 281.312.1439

Learning Commons Hours

Make an appointment in WC Online Appointment Scheduler

Sunday Closed
Monday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Tuesday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Thursday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
Special Hours 

In-Service Week (January 8 - 14)

Sunday: Closed

Monday - Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Thursday: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. (Coyote Kickoff Fair is in the LC)

Friday: Closed for a staff development day

Saturday: Closed

FALL HOURS


August 29 - December 17

Learning Commons 

website: https://www.lonestar.edu/kw-learning-commons

email: Kingwood.LearningCommons@LoneStar.edu

Phone: 281.312.1693


Library Services

email: Kingwood.LearningCommons@LoneStar.edu

Phone: 281.312.1691


 Tutoring & Study Skills

website: www.lonestar.edu/lsc-kingwood-tutoring

email: Jennifer.R.Keller@lonestar.edu

Phone: 281.312.1439

Learning Commons Hours

Make an appointment in WC Online Appointment Scheduler

Sunday Closed
Monday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Tuesday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Thursday

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
Special Hours 

 

The Learning Commons space and services are closed over the Winter Break, December 17 - January 7.

January 16: MLK Day

March 13-18: Spring Break

April 7-8: Spring Holiday

May 13: Graduation


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