A claim is not a conclusion
How we move from a politician's words to a question that evidence can actually answer.
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RESEARCH DESK / CRIME & JUSTICE
CRIME & JUSTICE
Crime statistics, differences in reporting, prosecutions, sentencing, courts, and policy claims.
QUESTIONS WE ASK FIRST
- Is this a reported offense, victimization estimate or prosecution count?
- Are geographic boundaries and rates consistent?
- Did reporting or classification methods change?
Research questions are not allegations or conclusions about any public official.