About the Program
Historically, crime rates peak for those in their late teens and early 20s, but recent trends raise questions about whether this pattern is shifting. PPIC researcher Magnus Lofstrom will outline findings from a new report examining whether more recent generations in California are less criminally active than previous generations—or if drops in crime have occurred across all age groups. He will also discuss the broader implications of these trends for the criminal justice system.
This research and event are supported with funding from Arnold Ventures.
Agenda
11:00 a.m. Welcome
Deepak Premkumar, research fellow, Public Policy Institute of California
11:05 a.m. Presentation
Magnus Lofstrom, policy director and senior fellow, Public Policy Institute of California
11:25 a.m. Audience Q&A
Brandon Martin, research associate, Public Policy Institute of California
Magnus Lofstrom, policy director and senior fellow, Public Policy Institute of California
11:40 a.m. Adjourn
Speakers
Magnus Lofstrom
Public Policy Institute of California
Brandon Martin
Public Policy Institute of California
Deepak Premkumar
Public Policy Institute of California
Topics
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Are Younger Generations Committing Less Crime?
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Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on Arrests in California
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Crime Trends in California
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Gun Incidents Drive a Climb in Violent Crime Rates
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Retail Theft and Robbery Rates Have Risen across California
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