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Statistical Description of Residents of the Massachusetts Correctional Institutions on January 1, 1978

NCJ Number
81957
Author(s)
C Metlzer
Date Published
1978
Length
62 pages
Annotation
Statistical descriptions are presented on characteristics of inmates in each Massachusetts correctional facility as of January 1, 1978.
Abstract
Data are presented on present offense variables, personal background characteristics, criminal history, and furlough participation. The tables included were derived from the computerized data base developed by the Correction and Parole Management Information System. The inmate population is divided according to institution of residence. One section of the report lists the specific nonprerelease institutions and combines the prerelease institutions. The second section of the report lists the specific prerelease institutions and combines the nonprerelease institutions. (Author summary modified)