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Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
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Subtopic: Correctional facilities
Beyond the Prison Bubble
Date Published
November 2, 2011
For decades, America's chief answer to crime has been to put more persons behind bars for longer. That expensive strategy is yielding diminishing returns. It's time for a closer look at ways of helping individuals steer away from crime.
Wrongfully Convicted: One Man's Story
Date Published
March 8, 2009
Recidivism Is a Core Criminal Justice Concern
Date Published
October 2, 2008
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.
Gun Ownership
Date Published
June 29, 2008
Prison Rape: Research Explores Prevalence, Prevention
Date Published
March 17, 2008
Reentry Programs for Women Inmates
Date Published
July 1, 2005