Bill McCarthy

Bill McCarthy is Professor in Criminal Justice at Rutgers University-Newark, specializing in youth crime, homelessness, and policing. His research examines crime through social inequality frameworks, with recent focus on Chicago's policing history.

Education includes PhD in Sociology from University of Toronto. Awards recognize contributions to criminology theory and mentorship. Publications analyze connections between homelessness, victimization, and legal system engagement.

Research employs mixed methods including original surveys with marginalized populations. Current projects investigate neighborhood-level effects of policing and civil asset forfeiture practices.