Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
In Brief: Indian Country Research
The Comprehensive Indian Resources for Community and Law Enforcement Project Evaluation
Keeping Officers Safe on the Road
Several reports highlight visibility issues for law enforcement and safety personnel responding to roadside incidents.
Organizational Learning and Islamic Militancy
Law enforcement may be able to exploit terrorists' inexperience to deter attacks.
Preventing Future Crime With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
One form of psychotherapy stands out in the criminal justice system.
David Weisburd Wins the Stockholm Prize in Criminology
The National Institute of Justice congratulates Dr. David Weisburd, winner of the 2010 Stockholm Prize, for his groundbreaking work in hot spots policing.
Men Who Murder Their Families: What the Research Tells Us
NIJ hosts a forum to discuss the problem and the warning signs that foreshadow these events.
Perspectives on Civil Protective Orders in Domestic Violence Cases: The Rural and Urban Divide
Civil protective orders can be an effective tool for domestic violence prevention.
Research in Practice: When a Researcher-Practitioner Partnership Works
The National Institute of Justice Commemorates the 15th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act
Untested Evidence: Not Just a Crime Lab Issue
A new study examines forensic evidence caseloads in law enforcement agencies.
Voices From the Field: Stalking
Stalking often goes undetected, so how can the victims be protected?
How to Identify Hot Spots and Read a Crime Map
Solving Missing Persons Cases
National Missing and Unidentified Persons System has helped agencies solve cases and allowed families to find resolution.
Gun Violence Prevention Strategies: Action Research
Measuring Intimate Partner (Domestic) Violence
NIJ Journal Issue 266, May 2010
Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.
Finding Safe and Effective Alternatives to the Highway Flare
Director's Message - NIJ Journal Issue No. 265
Prosecuting Elder Abuse Cases
The Long View of Crime
Information collected over time provides valuable insight into criminal behavior.
The Prevalence of Elder Abuse
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
NIJ Journal Issue 265, April 2010
Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.
Drug Court Performance Measures, Program Evaluation and Cost Efficiency – Logic Model for Adult Drug Courts
Why the Demand for DNA Testing Is Increasing
The demand for DNA testing is rising because everyone is becoming more aware of the potential of DNA evidence to help solve cases.