Reoffending: meaning, definitions and examples
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reoffending
[ riːəˈfɛndɪŋ ]
criminal behavior
Reoffending refers to the act of committing another crime after having been previously convicted of one. This term is often used in discussions of criminal justice and rehabilitation, highlighting the challenges and patterns of behavior associated with recidivism.
Synonyms
recidivism, reincarceration, relapse.
Examples of usage
- The study found high rates of reoffending among released prisoners.
- Programs aimed at reducing reoffending have been implemented in many correctional facilities.
- Understanding the factors that lead to reoffending is crucial for policymakers.
Translations
Translations of the word "reoffending" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reincidência
🇮🇳 पुनरावृत्ति
🇩🇪 Wiederholungstäter
🇮🇩 pengulangan kejahatan
🇺🇦 повторне правопорушення
🇵🇱 recydywa
🇯🇵 再犯
🇫🇷 récidive
🇪🇸 reincidencia
🇹🇷 nüks
🇰🇷 재범
🇸🇦 الإعادة إلى الجريمة
🇨🇿 recidiva
🇸🇰 recidíva
🇨🇳 再犯
🇸🇮 recidiva
🇮🇸 endurtaka
🇰🇿 қайталану
🇬🇪 განახლება
🇦🇿 təkrar cinayət
🇲🇽 reincidencia
Etymology
The term 'reoffending' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and 'offend', which comes from the Latin 'offendere', meaning 'to strike against'. The word began to be used in its current context in the late 20th century, as the justice system and society became increasingly concerned with patterns of criminal behavior and the need to address factors that contribute to repeated offenses. Over the years, research on reoffending has expanded, leading to developments in prevention programs and rehabilitation strategies aimed at reducing the likelihood of individuals committing new crimes after serving their sentences. As public awareness of the complexities of crime and punishment has grown, so too has the discourse surrounding reoffending, influencing contemporary legal and social policies.