Articles Published by NIJ

Researchers develop a more accurate picture of fentanyl use prevalence among people under court-ordered mandatory drug testing.

The important and influential role of the courtroom community must be considered when developing and implementing future criminal justice reforms.

The FBI's black box study on latent prints continues to influence the criminal justice system's understanding of the validity and reliability of forensic testimony.

Researchers integrate two independent, validated drug-testing techniques – mass spectrometry and Raman spectroscopy – onto a single platform prototype for fast and accurate analysis of seized substances.

A study of Kentucky’s safe harbor laws revealed they have helped decriminalize sex-trafficked youth. However, the study also highlighted a lack of resources and training for child welfare personnel and judges who work with these youth.

Courts face a technological balancing act: How best to use devices that allow individuals to appear in court remotely while preserving the right to a fair trial. A panel of court professionals examined the issue and recommended relevant research needs.

Identifying protocols that improve practices and maximize return on investment using videoconferencing to expedite pretrial release hearings for defendants who are being held in jail awaiting trial.

Reviews of 'sentinel events' can shift the emphasis away from blame and toward risk mitigation and continuous improvement.

An NIJ-funded study looked at teen dating violence perpetration and victimization among urban middle-school aged kids.

The lead researcher in NIJ's HOPE evaluation discusses efforts to duplicate the swift-and-certain sanctions model on the mainland.

NIJ-funded database provides interactive resource on federal and state collateral consequences.