Thinking About Corrections : Public Safety

2008 National Criminal Victimization Survey

CC Pro — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:54:00 GMT

The National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) reports violent and property crime rates in 2008 were at or near their lowest levels in over three decades. Violent crimes are categorized as rape, sexual assault, robbery, aggravated assault, and simple assault. "Property crimes include household burglary, motor vehicle theft, and theft." Personal theft, including pocket picking and purse snatching are also included. The data is in concurrence with the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) which also notes the continual downward trend in criminal activities over the same time period.

Public Safety and Reentry

CC Pro — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:41:00 GMT

The Urban Institute, Justice Policy Center, under an award from a JEHT Foundation grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, with assistance from the National Institute of Corrections, has published, "Putting Public Safety First: 13 Parole Supervision Strategies to Enhance Reentry Outcomes." This report is a collaborative effort of national policymakers and leading practitioners to articulate policies and strategies regarding "parole supervision, violation, and revocation practices" that "improve public safety and make the best use of taxpayer dollars." The accompanying four-page Public Safety Policy Brief is available here.