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Despite what some politicians say, crime rates are decreasing
July 01, 2024 | News, ManagementViolent crime in the U.S. saw a significant decrease in the first quarter of 2024, according to preliminary data from the FBI. But some may stille manipulate crime statistics for political gain, experts warn.
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In reversal, more areas allow high-speed police chases
April 12, 2024 | News, ManagementSupporters of policy rollbacks say police pursuits can reduce crime; some experts aren’t so sure.
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‘Tough-on-crime’ policies are back in some places that had reimagined criminal justice
March 18, 2024 | News, ManagementSeveral states are considering or have already enacted legislation undoing more progressive policies.
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As xylazine surges, some lawmakers want jail time for dealers and people who use the drug
March 04, 2024 | News, ManagementThe animal sedative is cheap, easy to get and sometimes winds up in other illicit substances.
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Releasing suspects pretrial doesn’t lead to higher crime rates, experts say
February 22, 2024 | News, ManagementSome states and jurisdictions are taking different approaches to cash bail.
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Car thefts and carjackings are up. Unreliable data makes it hard to pinpoint why.
February 09, 2024 | News, ManagementExperts caution against making policy based on anecdotal evidence on social media.
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Shortage of prosecutors, judges leads to widespread court backlogs
January 25, 2024 | News, WorkforceThe pandemic worsened problems that already had caused state and local court delays.
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Are ski mask bans a crime-fighting solution? Some cities say yes.
January 10, 2024 | News, ManagementPhiladelphia is the latest city to prohibit ski masks in some public areas, but there is little research supporting the strategy.
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How many inmates return to prison? Inconsistent reporting makes it hard to tell.
December 11, 2023 | News, ManagementStates define recidivism differently, which can result in misleading interpretations of the statistics.
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High fees, long waits cast shadow over new criminal expungement laws
November 28, 2023 | News, Digital GovernmentA clear record helps people seeking employment, housing and education.