Justice Stats Bureau Refreshes Prisoner Data Collection Forms
Published Date: 7/24/2025
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The Bureau of Justice Statistics wants to keep collecting important data about prisoners across the country but with some updates to improve the process. This affects prisons and agencies that share info, and they’re asking for public feedback before final approval. The changes won’t cost extra money but will help keep the stats accurate and up-to-date.
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