Research

The Criminal Justice Unit aims to generate impactful knowledge that informs policy, enhances justice, and contributes to the overall understanding of criminal justice systems both locally and globally.

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Alcohol, crime & justice

Delving into the profound relationships that exist between alcohol consumption, criminal behaviour, and justice systems.

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Prison, culture & heritage

Telling the stories that shape our collective understanding of justice, identity, and societal evolution.

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Digital coercive control

What is the nature of digital coercive control; what policing responses exist and where are improvements needed; and what training and tools do police officers need?

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Strategies for disrupting high risk high harm domestic abuse

Police strategies for managing serious domestic abuse perpetrators.