Professional Discretion and the Predictive Validity of a Juvenile Risk Assessment Instrument
2016 ◽
Vol 15
(2)
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pp. 103-118
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Keyword(s):
The ability for professionals to override the results of an actuarial risk assessment tool is an essential part of effective correctional risk classification; however, little is known about how this important function affects the predictive validity of these tools. Using data from a statewide sample of juveniles from Ohio, this study examined the impact of professional adjustments on the predictive validity of a juvenile risk assessment instrument. This study found that the original and adjusted risk levels were significant predictors of recidivism, but the original risk levels were stronger predictors of recidivism than the adjusted risk levels that accounted for overrides.
2004 ◽
Vol 31
(6)
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pp. 717-733
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2017 ◽
Vol 62
(8)
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pp. 2259-2270
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An Examination of Changes in LSI-R Scores Over Time: Making the Case for Needs-Based Case Management
2011 ◽
Vol 38
(6)
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pp. 541-553
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2018 ◽
Vol 62
(13)
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pp. 4187-4195
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2016 ◽
Vol 55
(6)
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pp. 377-395
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Keyword(s):
2017 ◽
Vol 44
(9)
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pp. 1213-1235
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2018 ◽
Vol 6
(1)
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pp. 123