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recidivism  

Definition

  • Recidivism is the reoccurrence of criminal behavior by prior offenders. The term also refers to a tendency to return to criminal behavior by offenders previously in the criminal justice system. [Source: Encyclopedia of Crime and Punishment; Recidivism]

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  • reoffending
  • repeat offending

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