Can and Should Criminology Research Influence Policy? Suggestions from Time-Series Cross-Section Studies
Criminology and Public Policy, Vol. 7, pp. 359-365, 2008
7 Pages Posted: 14 Nov 2009
Date Written: March 12, 2008
Abstract
Policy makers are likely to be wary of social science research because they cannot judge the quality of the research, and replications often reach differing results. We recommend that disciplines develop methodological standards that, if followed, can give policy makers more confidence in research results. We suggest how such standards can be developed for time-series cross-section regressions, which are commonly used to evaluate criminal justice programs.
Keywords: policy research, time-series cross-section, pooled analysis
JEL Classification: C23, K14
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