[USA] SNITCHES GET STITCHES: youth, gangs, and witness intimidation in Massachusetts / National Center for Victims of Crime, May 2007
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Julie L. Whitman ; Robert C. Davis
"The problem of witness intimidation has plagued the United States criminal justice system for at least half a century. This study aimed to increase knowledge and understanding of (a) the critical factors that deter youth witnesses from reporting gang crimes and testifying against perpetrators, and (b) the kinds of policies and programs that can encourage victim and witness cooperation. In particular, this project sought to gather data about factors that influence youths’ decisions to cooperate in the criminal justice process and the extent and nature of intimidation in their communities after crimes occur."