Evaluation of the Illinois Multi-Site Police-Initiated Deflection Initiative

Deflection is an emerging approach to redirect people who have experienced police contact away from the criminal legal system and toward supportive services.

Deflection programs are designed to improve outcomes for individuals, communities, the justice system, and public health.

Researchers evaluated the Illinois Multi-Site Deflection Initiative, a groundbreaking project developed to increase the number of deflection programs across the state.

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