American Crime Statistics
The Centre of Criminology Library proudly houses a vast collection of American primary source statistics. These resources cover a wide array of topics related to the Criminal Justice System, including correction statistics, crime rates, sentencing data, and arrest rates. Researchers will find state-specific documents particularly valuable, as they offer a unique opportunity to compare and contrast policies across different states and analyze their real-world implications. This collection serves as an invaluable resource for gaining a deep understanding of the American justice system, its policies, and the structural framework of its judiciary.
Image caption: National Prisoner Statistics. Federal Bureau for Prisons, Washington, 1970. Ombudsman for Corrections, Minnesota Office of the Ombuds for Corrections, St. Paul, 1981/1982. Justice Expenditure and Employment in the U.S. 1971-1979, Bureau of Justice Statistics, Washington, 1984. Capital Punishment. U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, 1975.
Our collection holds statistics from various American sources, regarding (see finding aid (pdf) here):
- Child welfare
- Child delinquency
- Corrections
- Capital Punishment
- Prisons
- Law enforcement