Graduation Term
2017
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Department of Criminal Justice Sciences
Committee Chair
Jason R. Ingram
Abstract
There is increasing need to understand and improve rates of recidivism in all fields associated with the Criminal Justice system. This research investigated the influence that employment status and job stability have on probationer recidivism. For this project, recidivism is defined as any arrest within four years after the termination of probation. Results from this study indicate that obtaining and sustaining employment can reduce the likelihood of recidivism in probationers. Additionally, the findings suggest that job stability is indicative of increased desistance. Findings from this study lend support to the notion that there is an employment-crime relationship. The findings of this analysis have important implications for local probation practices.
Access Type
Thesis-Open Access
Recommended Citation
Cottle, Clayton T., "The Impact of Employment on Probationer Recidivism" (2017). Theses and Dissertations. 662.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/etd/662
DOI
http://doi.org/10.30707/ETD2017.Cottle.C