Date of Award
4-17-2016
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
Individuals with disabilities are overrepresented in the criminal justice system. This meta-synthesis explores the experiences of juveniles and adults with disabilities in the criminal justice system. Topics discussed include rates and characteristics of offenders with disabilities in the criminal justice system, experiences of offenders with disabilities within the justice system, recidivism risk factors for offenders with disabilities, and recommendations and needed changes for the criminal justice system.
Recommended Citation
West, Erica C., "People with Disabilities and the Justice System: A Meta-Synthesis" (2016). Special Education Masters Program Theses. 77.
https://ualaska.researchcommons.org/uas_specedma_theses/77
Handle
http://hdl.handle.net/11122/12587