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recidivism

[ri-sid-uh-viz-uhm] / rɪˈsɪd əˌvɪz əm /


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Studies suggest such programs can be effective at reducing recidivism and increasing public safety, and they are popular in New York, Chicago and other big cities.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

Schiraldi says improved record-keeping could help ease the recidivism problem.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026

Initial data indicated that the program was effective at limiting recidivism.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2026

A Meta spokesperson told the BBC that her Instagram accounts had been "removed for violating our recidivism policy".

From BBC ● Dec. 4, 2025

Second, studies have shown again and again that nothing lowers recidivism rates like education.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover


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