Research Infrastructure & Capacity Building

Academic Publications

Race and Justice

The Big Picture This editorial introduction to Issue 14(3) of Race and Justice addresses the critical themes of policing, protest, and racial injustice in…

The Forgotten: The Impact of Parental and Familial Incarceration on Fragile Communities

The Big Picture Incarceration has become a common experience in the United States, disproportionately affecting racial and ethnic minorities, the poor, and fragile communities….

Rethinking Prisoner Reentry

The Big Picture Each year, over 640,000 individuals are released from prison, facing significant barriers to reintegration such as legal restrictions, societal stigma, and…

The Criminal Justice System: George Floyd Bill & Qualified Immunity

The Big Picture With a focus on reentry after prison, we formulated an evidence-supported action plan to enhance transitions from prison to society. This…

Reflections on race, personality, and crime

The Big Picture The article explores the relationship between race, personality, and crime, particularly focusing on antisocial and psychopathic personality disorders. The authors critique…

Reports

Evaluation of the Dallas County Diversion Male Court

AN ALTERNATIVE TO JUVENILE PROBATION Back to Reports Problem Racial and ethnic minority youth are disproportionately represented in the juvenile justice system. This raises…

This report analyzes the predictors of new offenses and drug/alcohol usage among 144 juveniles assigned to the Diversion male Court of Dallas County Juvenile Justice Department.

Advancing Criminal Justice Reform – 88th

IN THE 88TH TEXAS LEGISLATURE Back to Reports Problem The Texas Legislature’s 88th Regular Session began on January 10, 2023 and adjourned May 29,…

This report provides a comprehensive overview of our suggested policy focus, activities, and the prevailing political environment during the 88th Texas Legislative session.

Advancing Criminal Justice Reform

IN THE 87TH TEXAS LEGISLATURE Back to Reports Problem The 87th Texas Legislature session spanned January to May 2021. The session focused heavily on…

This report provides a comprehensive overview of our suggested policy focus, activities, and the prevailing political environment during the 87th Texas Legislative session.