National Institute of Corrections (NIC) (Washington DC)

Effective procedures governing the release or detention of arrested individuals are presented.

The application of evidence-based research findings to the practice of offender supervision is explained.

The National Standards for Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils is a comprehensive framework for the formation and ongoing management of

Workplace incivility describes the subtle and obvious behaviors that are generally rude, discourteous, and suggesting of a lack of respect for othe

Evidence-based decision making (EBDM) is a strategic approach that utilizes research-based principles to inform justice system decisions at the sys

Many correctional agencies have peer teams.

The CJCC Essential Elements document is a companion publication to the National Standards for Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils.

Criminal justice systems around the world use risk assessment instruments (RAIs).

Correctional safety has historically pitted both correctional staff against people incarcerated and security procedures against the resources and o

The past two decades have enhanced our understanding of pretrial risk.

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In 2000, NIC funded a University of Cincinnati study on custody classification in women's prisons.