This study explains racial/ethnic differences in serious adolescent violent behavior using a
contextual model derived from prior urban, developmental, and criminological theory. Using …

Because many serious adolescent offenders reduce their antisocial behavior after court
involvement, understanding the patterns and mechanisms of the process of desistance from …

This article describes the current status of minority youths in juvenile justice systems. With
nearly 20 years of federal support, there has been considerable research attention to …

The correlation between race of victim and intimate partner violence (IPV) is examined.
Previous research showing a relationship between Black victims and higher levels of …

Social work researchers often use variable-centered approaches such as regression and
factor analysis. However, these methods do not capture important aspects of relationships …

While many applaud the apparent successes of community and saturation policing, Neil
Websdale contends instead that such law enforcement initiatives oppress rather than protect …

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to juvenile delinquency by defining and
describing juvenile delinquency, examining explanations for delinquent behavior, and …

Abstract We use the National Violence against Women (and Men) Survey to examine the
effects of region and race on the tendency to carry weapons for protection. We find that …

Since the mid-1990s, states participating in the Federal Formula Grants Program have been
required to determine whether disproportionate minority confinement (DMC) exists in secure …

Structured risk assessment instruments are increasingly used in juvenile justice systems to
support judicial decision making. They help juvenile justice authorities identify youths with a …