Staff from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) will highlight their SJS-funded work exploring Illinois NIBRS data and crime clearance patterns. In 2020, Illinois transitioned from the traditional Summary Reporting System (SRS) to NIBRS, with the Illinois State Police serving as the repository host and the ICJIA acting as the statewide criminal justice information […]
Join Idaho SAC staff discussing their work on their state’s Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) grant. Specifically, they are working on Purpose Area 3, the Census of Convicted Offenders. For this project, SAC staff compiled a list of all offenders who legally owe their DNA profile to the state under Idaho’s DNA Database Act and […]
Join the Justice Information Resource Network (JIRN) on August 7, 2025, from 2:00–3:00 pm (Eastern) for an exclusive members-only interview panel exploring contemporary research and prevention strategies on hate crimes. Moderated by Stephen M. Haas, Ph.D. (JIRN Vice President), this discussion features leading experts Jack McDevitt, Ph.D. (Northeastern University) and James Nolan, Ph.D. (West Virginia University). […]
The upcoming report examines the effects of active shooter drills and other school security measures on the mental, emotional, and behavioral health of K–12 students and staff. It offers evidence-based best practices to reduce harm while preparing for emergencies, and outlines actionable steps for schools, policymakers, and communities to prioritize well-being alongside safety. Join us […]
The Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) Statistical Analysis Center (SAC) in partnership with the Arizona State University School of Criminology & Criminal Justice administers the Arizona Youth Survey (AYS) every two years to a statewide sample of 8th, 10th, and 12th grade students. The AYS assesses the prevalence and frequency of youth substance use, gang […]