Recidivism refers to offenders' relapse into criminal behavior after release. No single definition exists, but all share three traits: release, failure, and follow-up period. Governments measure recidivism through rearrest, reconviction, or re-incarceration within three years
Born in 1913 in California, Nixon graduated from Whittier College and Duke Law School. Served in navy during World War II, reaching lieutenant commander rank. Elected to House of Representatives in 1946, challenging liberal Democrat Jerry Voorhis. Became prominent anticommunist during HUAAC investigation of Alger Hiss
Psychopathy is a personality disorder characterized by deception, manipulation, and lack of empathy. Psychopaths can be anyone, regardless of race or socioeconomic background. They typically score 30 on the Psychopathy Checklist-Revised. Approximately 1% of male population and 15-20% of prison population are psychopathic
Culpability measures moral and legal responsibility for actions and inactions. Term derives from Latin concept of fault (culpa). Guilt principle requires voluntary or reckless behavior, strict liability prohibited
One accused or charged with a crime. Someone guilty of a crime or fault. Source or cause of a problem
Napoleon rose from military rank to emperor in 1804. His army suffered defeats in Russia and Peninsular War. Napoleon abdicated in 1814, exiled to Elba. He returned to France in 1815, starting Hundred Days campaign