This article discusses the impact of mandated treatment programs for juvenile sexual offenders on recidivism rates. It explores the role of the legal system in rehabilitation and reducing re-offense behavior.
This article examines the effectiveness of drug courts in reducing recidivism among individuals convicted of drug-related offenses. The study reviewed 50 studies and found evidence that drug courts help reduce recidivism by 26%.
This article examines the mixed evidence on the effectiveness of juvenile curfew policies in preventing crime and improving public safety, with some studies indicating no significant effect.
This article reviews the enforcement of occupational safety laws in the U.S. through inspections and penalties. Studies show mixed evidence on their long-term effectiveness in reducing workplace injuries and illnesses, urging more research.
This article examines how dram shop liability laws reduce alcohol related harms, including motor vehicle fatalities, by holding establishments accountable.
This article reviews the effect of universal motorcycle helmet laws on increasing helmet use and reducing fatalities and injuries. Universal laws are shown to be effective, while partial laws have minimal impact.
This article examines evidence supporting Sunday alcohol sale bans as effective in reducing alcohol consumption, motor vehicle crashes, and domestic disturbances.
This article discusses evidence suggesting privatization of off-premises alcohol sales increases consumption and alcohol-related harms, emphasizing the need for further research on policy impacts.
This article examines the effectiveness of laws limiting alcohol outlet density in reducing alcohol consumption and alcohol-related harms, including violent crime, supporting such regulations as a public health intervention.
This article examines laws requiring vaccinations for high-risk populations, emphasizing their role in preventing disease and public health challenges. The evidence regarding their effectiveness remains uncertain.
This article reviews milk fluoridation as a potential public health intervention for reducing tooth decay. Evidence is insufficient to establish its effectiveness in improving oral health.
This article reviews the impact of coercive tuberculosis control measures, including detention, on public health. Evidence is insufficient to conclude that detention improves population health.
This article reviews the effectiveness of primary enforcement seatbelt laws in reducing injuries from motor vehicle crashes. Primary enforcement laws increase seatbelt use and reduce fatalities more effectively than secondary laws.
This article reviews the effectiveness of raising alcohol taxes to reduce consumption, showing that increased taxes lead to a decrease in alcohol use, contributing to public health improvements.
This article explores the effectiveness of selective breath testing sobriety checkpoints in reducing alcohol-impaired driving fatalities and injuries, showing an 8-20% reduction in related crashes.