Identifying Drivers of Absconding

By Maja Vlajnic, Caitlin Flood, Rachel Schmidt, and Amanda Coscia 

To identify the factors that drive parole and probation revocations, the Crime and Justice Institute, conducted a comprehensive assessment of community supervision policies and practices in Colorado, Florida, Mississippi, and Montana.  In this report, the authors present their findings and identify areas of opportunity for reform. Among other barriers, the report highlights the lack of transportation and financial obligations as significant challenges to successful completion. Participants reported that the excessive costs of supervision, and fines and fees significantly impacted their experience on supervision. Additionally, 42 percent of people who had their probation revoked for absconding had a suspended or revoked license.

Boston: The Crime and Justice Institute (CJI) , 2025. 35p