An introduction describes the benefits of and the steps to be followed in criminal justice planning. Also discussed are different types of plans and how they relate to the planning process. Ways to organize for effective planning in both large and small organizations are reviewed. The chapter on problem analysis focuses on need determination; problem identification; causative relationships; data gathering from statistical, external, and internal sources; data analysis; and establishing goals and objectives. The text's framework for its detailed examination of planning, data collection, and analysis is based on three collection categories: baseline data, field data, and experimental data. These chapters explain numerous planning techniques, identify data sources in the criminal justice field, and survey analytical methods such as experimentation and observation. Different matrixes are suggested to help planners identify the best solution to a problem. The final chapters address developing an implementation plan, program evaluation, a management planning framework for strategic plans, and operational plans that target short-range objectives. Examples, charts, and references accompany each chapter. An index is supplied.