recidivism
/rɪˈsɪdɪvɪzəm/
noun
- The tendency of a convicted criminal to commit new crimes after being released from prison or after receiving punishment.
- High rates of recidivism suggest that the current rehabilitation system is not working.
- The prison's new education program aims to reduce recidivism among young offenders.
- Studies show that job training can significantly lower recidivism for nonviolent criminals.