A Bureau of Justice Statistics study tracked recidivism rates among prisoners released in 24 states in 2008 over ten years. The report found that 66% of released prisoners were arrested within three years, and 82% were arrested within ten years. The annual arrest rate declined from 43% in the first year to 22% in the tenth year. Additionally, 61% of released prisoners returned to prison for parole or probation violations or new sentences. The study provides insights into long-term recidivism trends and their implications for criminal justice policies.
