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recidivism

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


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

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 18, 2026

Sadly, the postprison recidivism rate can be 40% or more.

From The Wall Street Journal May 10, 2026

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

From BBC Dec. 4, 2025

Those who took part in the program have a lower-than-average recidivism rate—suggesting a model that could be used to expand early releases.

From Slate Jul. 5, 2025

Many judges, prosecutors, and defense lawyers do a poor job of recognizing the special needs of the mentally disabled, which leads to wrongful convictions, lengthier prison terms, and high rates of recidivism.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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