Description
The relationship between immigration and crime is a complex and widely debated topic. Some argue that immigration leads to increased criminal activity, suggesting that immigrants might be more likely to engage in unlawful behavior. However, recent research suggests that immigrants, including those without legal status, are less likely to commit crimes than native-born Americans. NIJ funds rigorous, evidence-based research to advance knowledge on the relationship between immigration and crime.
On this page, find links to articles, awards, events, publications, and multimedia related to immigration and crime.
Recent Publications
- Immigrant Threat or Institutional Context? Examining Police Agency and County Context and the Implementation of the 287(g) Program
- The Empirics of Immigration and Homicide: Evidence from California and Texas
- Crime and Victimization on the US-Mexico Border: A Comparison of Legal Residents, Illegal Residents and Native-Born Citizens
Fecha de Creación: 28 de Junio de 2021