This report examines rates of recidivism, which are commonly used as a key measure of public safety and for assessing the effectiveness of the criminal justice system—including sentencing, jails, prisons, community supervision, treatment, and reentry programming—while addressing the continued interest in tracking recidivism beyond a three-year follow-up period, as long-term analysis can provide valuable insights for supporting incarcerated individuals and promoting their successful reintegration into the community following a prison sentence.
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