There is a growing trend in the criminal justice field to integrate evidence-based decision making, or EBDM, into local justice systems. \u00a0At its simplest, EBDM can be described as the practice of using what has been proven to work. \u00a0It places the primary reliance upon current and sound research, rather than upon anecdotal information, guesswork, or solely the experience of an individual. \u00a0While the use of evidence-based decision making is relatively new to the field of criminal justice, the healthcare industry has embraced EBDM for sometime.<\/p>\n
The promise of evidence-based decision making is that it produces more consistent and better outcomes, as confirmed by the underlying research. \u00a0In the criminal justice system, the benefits include the implementation of policies and practices that meet the goals of maximizing public safety, reducing the risk of reoffending, more appropriate allocation of limited resources, and reducing costs.<\/p>\n
Wisconsin is at the forefront of the trend towards the introduction of EBDM into its criminal justice systems. \u00a0Substantial efforts are underway to integrate evidence-based decision making into our local criminal justice systems. \u00a0Both Eau Claire County and Milwaukee County are currently researching and applying the methodologies and processes of EBDM into their respective criminal justice systems. \u00a0The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) has provided great support in these efforts: NIC honored Eau Claire County and Milwaukee County as two of three jurisdictions among a nationwide pool of candidates to receive full technical assistance grants focusing on EBDM. \u00a0As recipients of two of the three awards, both Eau Claire and Milwaukee are receiving the highest level of technical assistance offered by NIC.<\/p>\n
Eau Claire and Milwaukee have already seen practical impacts from the adoption of risk assessment screening after an individual is arrested, but before his or her first court appearance. \u00a0Assessment tools help to guide the court\u2019s decision on issues such as bail amount and conditions. \u00a0Use of this information appropriately places defendants on a track that maximizes the benefits previously listed.<\/p>\n
The integration of evidence-based decision making into our criminal justice systems requires a substantial level of expertise and coordination. \u00a0Both of these elements are reflected in the partnerships NIC has formed in Eau Claire and Milwaukee, specifically with the respective county criminal justice coordinating councils. \u00a0EBDM has also had an impact on state policymakers as evidenced by increased resources for treatment, diversion, and drug courts in the most recent state budget as well as the formation of Wisconsin\u2019s first Statewide Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.<\/p>\n
All that is learned through these partnerships will help to serve as a model for other Wisconsin counties and for other jurisdictions across our country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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