NCJ Number
236044
Journal
Criminal Justice Policy Review Volume: 22 Issue: 3 Dated: September 2011 Pages: 375-391
Date Published
September 2011
Length
17 pages
Annotation
This article examines public support of registries for other crimes.
Abstract
Registries are no longer limited to sex offenders, as other types of registries, such as a dangerous dog registry and a gun offender registry, have appeared. This study investigated public perceptions about extending registries to other crimes and what types of registries are desired. Data were obtained from more than 700 Michigan residents using a random digit dialling telephone survey. More than half indicated wanting more public registries in addition to sex offender registries. Viewing the sex offender registry, supporting sex offender registries, and being convicted of a crime were factors affecting support for other registries. Respondents who desired additional registries reported most support for registries of those who committed crimes against people. Implications of extending registries to other types of crimes are considered. (Published Abstract)