3.9 Conclusion
In this chapter, we focused on the importance of studying research methods related to criminal justice and criminology. Then we discussed some of the different statistics and data that are reported as well as under and misreported. Finally we wrapped up investigating possible Crime Prevention Science solutions which could be implemented to improve research and data collection in the criminal justice system.
3.9.1 Learning Objectives
- Develop an understanding of the different data sources used to gather precise and accurate measures of crime.
- Recognize the difference between official or reported statistics, self-report statistics, and victimization statistics.
- Evaluate the reliability of statistics and data heard about the criminal justice system.
- Identify Crime Prevention Science (CPSc) Solutions that rely on crime data
- Investigate data support for Crime Prevention Science (CPSc) Solutions.
3.9.2 Review of Key Terms
- dark figure
- official statistics
- self-report statistics
- victim
- victimization studies
3.9.3 Review of Critical Thinking Questions Box
Now that you have read the chapter, return to these questions to gauge how much you’ve learned:
- What are the three different types of data sources we often rely on in CJ?
- What are the strengths and limitations of each data source?
- Identify when each type of data source would be appropriate for different crimes and why.
3.9.4 Licenses and Attributions for Conclusion
“Conclusion” by Sam Arungwa is licensed under CC BY 4.0.