Police reports of hate crimes in 42 major US cities declined 2.7% in 2024, with anti-Jewish and anti-Muslim hate crimes rising 12% and 18%, respectively. Anti-Jewish hate crimes reached record levels in several cities, while anti-Asian hate crimes fell more than 14%. The upward trend is attributed to the timing of the Israel-Gaza war.
A new report by Michigan State University and Michigan Public Health Institute found that shootings in Lansing fell after the implementation of a prevention program, with some variations between years and communities. The Advance Peace Lansing program employs fellows to engage with individuals affected by gun violence.
A new framework by former NIJ director Nancy La Vigne aims to improve the effectiveness of social programs through deliberate implementation and adaptation to local contexts. The Titanium Law of Evaluation emphasizes the importance of both implementation fidelity and local context in evaluating criminal justice interventions.
A study analyzed police data in Atlantic City, NJ before and after the start of the pandemic, finding a temporary reduction in dispatched calls for mental health services. Police-initiated contact also decreased slightly after restrictions began, but no long-term trend was found.
A nationwide survey of law enforcement agencies found significant variations in co-responder teams' characteristics, operations, and perceived effectiveness. The study aims to inform evidence-based guidelines and protocols for these initiatives.
The article provides an orientation to using implementation science in policing by integrating effective and evidence-based innovations into routine practices. Researchers offer agendas for integrating IS into EBP, highlighting the importance of metrics to assess police practice outcomes.
Researchers found significant differences in effect sizes depending on studies' approach, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive understanding of ACEs' multifaceted impacts. The study suggests a critical need for varied strategies to understand, prevent, and reduce ACEs' effects on individual development and societal well-being.
A re-analysis of a community policing study found that increased cooperation and trust in the police lead to more crime reporting, which can inflate crime rates. This 'crime reporting sensitivity bias' must be adjusted for when evaluating the effectiveness of community policing programs.
A new study examining firearm homicide deaths from 2018 to 2022 found that Black 15- to 24-year-olds were disproportionately affected, with a rate of 14 times higher than White individuals. The spike in homicides in 2020 was largely due to firearm injuries, with the largest increases occurring among Black men between 10 and 44 years old.
A new study has validated the Trauma History Questionnaire (THQ) with incarcerated and perinatal women, revealing strong connections between trauma exposure and negative mental health outcomes. The findings suggest that increased attention to mental health care is necessary for these vulnerable populations.
A new study found that a fatigue-management program improved sleep duration and reduced symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety among Seattle police officers. The training also lowered rates of falling asleep while driving.
A new study found that sibling criminal legal system contact disrupts home life for siblings and families, leading to increased behavioral issues in children, financial and material hardship for parents, and lower levels of social support. The study suggests that mass criminalization imperils families and children.
A new study examines perceptions of US veterans treatment court team members regarding the program's viability and longevity. The researchers found that team members believe VTCs will continue to exist and expand, but face challenges in securing stable funding sources and maintaining buy-in from key individuals.
Researchers examine how police communicate with communities, highlighting challenges of accommodation and its impact on trust. Effective communication is crucial to improving police-community relations, but police leaders often face difficult decisions that can alienate one group while appeasing another.
A new study found that anti-bias training significantly improved police performance scores and reduced discrimination-based complaints. Officers who received the training had a small but significant increase in performance scores and a 50% reduction in complaints compared to those who did not receive training.
A new study analyzing cyberstalking research identified sociodemographic and background factors as the largest contributors to perpetration and victimization. The findings highlight the need for targeted prevention strategies considering overlap between offline violence and cyberviolence. Experts emphasize the importance of allocating ...
A new study by researchers at UC Irvine and the University of Arizona found no consistent relation between COVID-19-related jail decarceration and violent or property crime in California. The study suggests that downsizing, on average, did not drive crime increases statewide, but notes limitations such as a short measurement period.
A new study by researchers at SUNY Albany found that the NY bail reform law had no significant impact on increases in murder, larceny, and motor vehicle theft rates. The study controlled for the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on crime rates, concluding that the law did not contribute to a rise in crimes.
A recent study by Florida International University researchers found that Black prosecutors' decisions are more punitive towards Black and Latinx defendants, while being less punitive towards White and Asian defendants. The study aimed to understand the extent of racial disparities in prosecutorial decision-making.
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that training programs for community supervision improve outcomes for both probation officers and their clients. The programs enhance the selection of topics to discuss and intervention strategies during client contact sessions.
The study found that PSN programs had a statistically significant impact on reducing crime, with focused deterrence strategies being a favored approach. However, there were geographical gaps in the studies reviewed, and the researchers identified areas for future evaluators to consider.
A new study examining body-worn camera use in Phoenix found that departmental policy is a crucial factor in determining activation rates. The study revealed that policies confining, structuring, and checking officer discretion significantly impact decisions on turning on the cameras.
A new study found that naming legislation after a victim increases support for the law and its associated punishment, with notable benefits for laws named after African American women. The study used distracted driving as an example and surveyed a national sample of 1,000 U.S. adults.
A new study found that defense testimony about defendants' adverse childhood experiences can elicit leniency in jurors' sentencing decisions in capital trials. The study suggests that investigating and presenting ACE evidence is critical in eliciting leniency, with sympathy being a key factor in jurors' decisions.
A new study examines the impact of COVID-19 and George Floyd's death on police work in Tempe, Arizona. The study found that the pandemic had a larger impact on policing and crime than Floyd's death, with varying effects by type of crime.
Studies of in-prison work programs and vocational training lean positive, but several issues require further research to determine their true effects on re-entry. Inconsistent program characteristics and definitions, as well as multiple participants' involvement, complicate the assessment of outcomes.
A longitudinal study of male prisoners' religious beliefs found that stable or increasing religiosity did not improve reentry-related outcomes. In fact, many men with decreasing religious beliefs struggled to reintegrate into society due to structural barriers and substance use.
A new study found that a college-in-prison program significantly reduced recidivism rates among participants, with rates falling by 38% across racial groups. Higher levels of program participation correlated closely with lower rates of recidivism, addressing racial inequality in prison populations.
A new study found that police officers routinely experience conflict over their roles, with many characterizing it as the most stressful part of their work. The study identified two primary reasons for this incoherence: poorly aligned operational processes and incompatible public expectations.
A study by a researcher at American University found that Massachusetts gun-control legislation had no immediate impact on reducing four types of violent crime, including murder, aggravated assault, and robbery. The study suggests that lawmakers should revisit their legislation to ensure it is being implemented as intended.
A new study found that most incarcerated individuals' in-prison experiences lessen their perceptions of procedural justice and fairness, regardless of the length of time served. The research used a nationally representative sample of over 31,000 adults and examined various in-prison experiences on inmates' perceptions of staff members'...
Researchers found that considering recidivism-free time can contribute to improved risk prediction and accurately predict recidivism among parolees. Annual assessments of parolee risk are more accurate than single pre-release risk scores, the study suggests.
A study examining Pennsylvania death penalty cases found that victim's gender and race affected every outcome. Cases with white female, male or black male victims were more likely to receive a death sentence than those with black female victims. The study also found that prosecutors were more likely to seek the death penalty in cases w...
A new study by researchers at Florida State University and the University of Cincinnati found significant disparities among individuals placed in extended solitary confinement compared to the rest of the prison population. The study identified notable differences in mental health, education, language, race/ethnicity, and age.
A new study by researchers at UC and Michigan State University found that electronic monitoring tethers failed to reduce reoffending among girls involved in the juvenile justice system. The study suggests that tethering may be harmful because it limits girls' access to treatment programs, leading to higher recidivism rates.
A new study on the Prisoner Assessment Tool Targeting Estimated Risk and Needs (PATTERN) found that roughly half of the federal prison population is immediately eligible for early-release time credits. Participating in re-entry programs and positive behavior change can increase eligibility for many inmates.
A new study examined the impact of Seattle's $15 minimum wage on public safety, finding little evidence of a change in violent or property crimes. Despite initial concerns, the study suggests that the higher wage did not compromise public safety, at least in the short run.
A study by Jamie J. Fader found that young men of color in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood avoid public spaces out of concern for unpredictable interactions with law enforcement. This avoidance results in limited social engagement, community disengagement, and reduced opportunities for education and employment.
A recent study found that partisan politics, religious fundamentalism, and economic threat affect local decisions about the death penalty. The study also discovered that the size of African American populations was not directly associated with the decline in death penalty use since the 1990s.
A new study found that prisoners with mental illness were significantly more likely to be placed in extended solitary confinement. The study, which examined data from over 155,000 men, found that having a mental illness increased the likelihood of being placed in solitary by up to 170%.
A new study found consensus among Americans for arming school resource officers but division on arming teachers and nonteaching staff. Researchers suggest that support may wane as younger generations become more influential in voting decisions.
A new study found that sudden police layoffs in the US are associated with increased crime rates. In one city, Newark, the layoff led to a significant spike in violent and property crimes. The study suggests that reducing police force size can impact crime levels.
A new study found that members of Generation X, who came of age during the 1980s and early 1990s, have higher rates of incarceration throughout their lives. This is due to extended criminal history under a determinate sentencing regime implemented in 1994.
A new study found that schools with increased law enforcement officer presence experienced higher crime rates and more student exclusions. The research, conducted by the University of Maryland and Westat, suggests that increasing SRO staffing levels does not improve school safety and may even exacerbate issues.
A new study finds that higher levels of gun ownership increase the likelihood of mass shootings, while permissive concealed carry policies significantly increase firearms homicides. The researcher proposes a two-pronged approach to combat both types of gun violence.
A new study in Washington state found that police officers have varying concerns about the legalization of cannabis, including its effects on youth and impaired driving. The study's findings can inform other states' efforts to address legalization.
A longitudinal study found little support for the Ferguson Effect, a decrease in police morale and proactive policing. However, low job satisfaction and cynicism among officers were associated with reduced police activity. The study suggests addressing officers' attitudes is crucial for promoting community engagement and proactive poli...
A special issue of Criminology & Public Policy assesses trends in mass violence and evaluates the effectiveness of measures to prevent mass shootings. Research-based policy recommendations include limiting high-capacity firearms access and improving threat-detection systems.
The new book, Competing for Control: Gangs and the Social Order of Prisons, reveals that prison gangs are in a period of transition, varying in organization and structure. The study found that prison violence is concentrated among gang populations and that gang membership does not protect inmates from victimization.
A new study found that street segments with recreational dispensaries in Denver experienced an 18% increase in property crime, while those adjacent to dispensaries saw higher levels of drug and disorder crimes. However, the sales revenue generated by recreational dispensaries largely offset the costs of these crimes.