Statistics & Data: Exposing the Crisis

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As societies worldwide grapple with the complexities of criminal justice, new data on global incarceration rates underscore the urgent need for evidence-based reforms. While much focus has been placed on incarceration rates per capita, an examination of absolute prison populations presents an even starker picture of mass incarceration.

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The United States has long grappled with high rates of incarceration and recidivism, posing significant challenges for the criminal justice system and society at large. While state prison recidivism rates have been extensively studied, the recidivism trends within the federal prison system remain less frequently analyzed. However, emerging data suggest that targeted reforms and evidence-based policies could significantly improve post-release outcomes and reduce recidivism.