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Good criminal justice journalism runs on reliable data. Our data guides help you navigate complex databases in an informed and efficient manner.

Gun Violence Data Hub: The Trace Data Library

Gun Violence Data Hub: The Trace Data Library

The Trace, a news organization that reports on gun violence, has a comprehensive library of 22 public data sets they have cleaned and assembled for use that are updated as…
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Working with FBI Crime Data: A NIBRS Guide for Journalists

Working with FBI Crime Data: A NIBRS Guide for Journalists

The National Incident-Based Reporting System is the national standard for crime reporting in the United States. The FBI collects and maintains this data and, as of 2024, law enforcement agencies…
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