The purpose of this project is to develop a nationally based discrete-event simulation (DES) model that examines changes in recidivism outcomes between the current, largely unstructured system of ...

RNR stands for "Risk-Need-Responsivity." This is a tool developed by ACE! researchers that helps to match individuals in the criminal justice system with services and programs based on their risk ...

Jennifer Lerch, Research Associate, Center for Advancing Correctional Excellence (ACE!), Criminology, Law and Society, received $13,859 from the State of Delaware for a project in which ACE! will ...

The RNR model, which is the prevailing paradigm among correctional agencies in the US, provides guidance on who (risk), what (needs), and how (responsivity) to deliver correctional programming.

Bonta, J., & Andrews, D. A. (2007). Risk-Need-Responsivity Model for offender assessment and rehabilitation: 2006–2007. Public Safety Canada. Braga, A. A., Piehl, A ...