Evaluating Research Data for Criminal Justice Decisions

This research explores the evaluation of data in operational decision-making, focusing on ensuring data credibility in applications like criminal justice. It examines methods for assessing data production, transferability, and sufficiency, while addressing biases, limitations, and ethical concerns. The study also highlights advantages of mixed methods, integrating quantitative insights and qualitative processes to enhance effectiveness and reduce risks. Examples such as Bolger's meta-...