Citation

Smith KB. J. Polit. 1997; 59(2): 350-367.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, Southern Political Science Association, Publisher University of Chicago Press)

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Abstract

This study presents a systematic examination of the impact of competing crime policies on homicide rates in the 50 states from 1975 to 1990. The findings indicate that politically popular options for addressing violent crime, especially those that increase prison populations, are not achieving their policy objectives While there is some weak evidence for deterrence policies, the most promising policy approach appears to be long-term commitments to disadvantaged children Although such so-called nurturant policy approaches are rarely considered as comprehensive crime control packages, they seem to be effective in this role.

Language: en