Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Predicting Recidivism Risk: New Tool in Philadelphia Shows Great Promise
Tool uses random forest modeling to identify probationers likely to reoffend within two years of returning to the community.
Individuals Convicted of a Sex Offense Who Are Monitored by GPS Found to Commit Fewer Crimes
An NIJ-sponsored research project examines the impact that GPS monitoring has on the recidivism rates of those committing sex offenses in California.
NIJ Journal 271, February 2013
Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.
Guidance to Employers and Job Seekers on the Use of Criminal Records in the Hiring Process
Drug Court Performance Measures, Program Evaluation and Cost Efficiency – Logic Model for Adult Drug Courts
Recidivism Is a Core Criminal Justice Concern
Recidivism is one of the most fundamental concepts in criminal justice. It refers to a person's relapse into criminal behavior, often after the person receives sanctions or undergoes intervention for a previous crime.