Justice Department Refines National Crime Survey for Accuracy
Published Date: 7/24/2025
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Summary
The Department of Justice wants to update the National Crime Victimization Survey, which asks people about their experiences with crime. This update affects anyone who might be surveyed and aims to keep the questions clear and useful. They’re asking for approval soon, so the survey can keep helping us understand crime without costing extra money or time.
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