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Recidivism
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the tendency of a person who has been convicted of a criminal offense to reoffend, leading to their re-arrest, reconviction, or return to criminal behavior
recidivism
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Example
The high rate of recidivism among certain offenders prompted a reevaluation of rehabilitation strategies.
The parole board considered an individual's likelihood of recidivism when deciding on early release.
The prison system implemented educational programs to reduce recidivism by providing inmates with valuable skills.
Research studies explored the factors contributing to recidivism, including socioeconomic conditions and access to support services.
Nonprofit organizations focused on reducing recidivism by offering support and mentorship to individuals upon their release from prison.
