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Sex offenders monitored by GPS were less likely to reoffend than those on traditional parole in California.

Mistaken eyewitness ID’s played a role in 75% of convictions later overturned by DNA evidence.

Are you a defense attorney that needs to know more about DNA for a case? NIJ's DNA for the Defense Bar can help.

About 14% of homicides and 18% of rapes contain evidence that is not submitted to crime labs. Read why

Don’t miss Research for the Real World 12/18. Drs. Hawken & Kleiman discuss Hawaii HOPE’s swift and certain sanctions.

The deadline for NIJ’s $50K Body Armor Challenge is Fri. Visit the Challenge website and get your idea submitted today!

Police departments using Conducted Energy Devices (such as Tasers) saw decrease in both officer and suspect injuries.

Criminal background checks and their impact on employment on tap Dec. 7 at Commission on Civil Rights

Female violent offenders reported a higher need for re-entry services than males.

Swift and certain sanctions, the foundation of the Hawaii HOPE probation program, can dramatically reduce arrests.

Men who murder their families and then commit suicide usually have a history of domestic violence.

Surprise findings from small study on solitary confinement: inmates rpted small improvement in psychological wellbeing

New survey finds nearly all officers are wearing their body armor, but not all vests are properly maintained.

New study finds 31% of undocumented workers in San Diego County, CA have been trafficked.

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