Criminological Features of Regional Recidivism

Abstract

In this study, based on the analysis of statistical data on crime in Russia and federal districts, the features of recidivism in different regions are revealed. Differences are shown in the level and structure of recidivism, in the proportion and composition of persons who have previously committed crimes. The highest number of relapses is registered in the Volga, Central and Siberian federal districts. The highest recidivism rate per 100,000 people is observed in the Far Eastern Federal District. High intensity of recidivism is observed in those regions where an increased level of general crime is recorded. In regions with a relatively low level of recidivism in the composition of persons who have previously committed crimes, a greater proportion are those previously convicted and recognized as having committed crimes upon relapse. The structure of recidivism in the Northwestern and Far Eastern districts is characterized by increased danger due to the significant prevalence of serious and especially serious crimes in it. The article also shows the specifics of the structure of recidivism in different districts by type of crime.