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https://bjs.ojp.gov/library/publications/recidivism-prisoners-released-34-states-2012-5-year-follow-period-2012-2017?utm_content=rpr34s125yfup1217_tcdca21_tcus14st&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

This report describes the recidivism patterns of state prisoners released in 2012, for 5 years following release, by their demographic characteristics, commitment offense, and prior criminal history. The report also compares the recidivism rates of prisoners released in 2012 to those of prisoners released in 2005 and 2008.

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