Gang Membership as a Predictor of Crime Severity Recidivism, and Drug Involvement at a Kansas Juvenile Correctional Facility

Author

Penny G. Hoffman, Fort Hays State University

Document Type

Thesis - campus only access

DOI

10.58809/YPWM9211

Date of Award

Fall 1998

Degree Name

Education Specialist (Ed.S)

Department

Advanced Education Programs

Advisor

Stephen Kitzis

Abstract

This study examined if a relationship exists between gang association and drug involvement, crime severity, and recidivism. Data consisting of extent of gang involvement, drug involvement, crime severity, and recidivism, as well as, demographic data (age, race, and religious preference) was collected for 200 youths most recently housed at a state juvenile correctional facility. Results supported the hypothesis that gang involved youth have a higher rate of drug usage than those youths not involved with gangs. However, support was not found for either of the hypotheses that gang involved youth have a more severe crime rating or a higher rate of recidivism.

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Recommended Citation

Hoffman, Penny G., "Gang Membership as a Predictor of Crime Severity Recidivism, and Drug Involvement at a Kansas Juvenile Correctional Facility" (1998). Master's Theses. 2691.
DOI: 10.58809/YPWM9211
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/2691

Rights

© 1998 Penny G. Hoffman