Citation

Ibañez GE, Algarin AB, Jaber R, Ayala DV, Martin SS, O'Connell DJ. J. Ethn. Crim. Justice 2019; 17(4): 339-360.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15377938.2019.1661058

PMID

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Abstract

Hispanic/Latinos are disproportionately represented in the criminal justice system. Using convenience sampling, the present study examined the lifetime and recent offending behavior of Hispanic/Latinos involved in community corrections in Miami, Florida. Descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression analyses were conducted. Participants were mostly male (59.7%), less than 40 years old (84.1%), and almost half were of Cuban descent (48.5%). Women were less likely to manufacture or sell drugs than men (AOR =.42, p <.03), and more likely to report recent prostitution (AOR = 7.34, p <.001) and stealing from houses or shops (AOR = 2.68, p <.01). Central Americans were less likely to report alcohol and drug related offenses than Cubans.

FINDINGS suggest that criminality among Hispanic/Latinos may vary by gender and by sub-groups. Prevention programs should be tailored accordingly.

Language: en

Keywords

criminal justice; ethnic difference; gender; Hispanic; Latinos; offending behavior