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Why are data so difficult to compare over years?
Caution must be used when using trend data, as definitions and reporting capabilities change over ti... Read More
Why do data take so long to collect and publish?
Data collections vary in scope, burden, and frequency of collection - (see individual data collectio... Read More
What is the difference between probation and parole?
Probation refers to adult offenders whom courts place on supervision in the community through a prob... Read More
Why are there so many different counts for those under correctional supervision?
As with any specialized field, criminal justice has specific terms to convey specific ideas. Persons... Read More
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