Racial differences in speeding patterns: Exploring the differential offending hypothesis

Rob Tillyer and Robin S. Engel

Journal of Criminal Justice, 2012, vol. 40, issue 4, 285-295

Abstract: Disproportionate minority contact during traffic stops has been a consistent source of commentary and study in recent years. While various theoretical perspectives have been employed to explain these empirical findings, the differential offending hypotheses has been largely ignored as a viable alternative explanation. Building on existing empirical evidence regarding criminal offending patterns and driving patterns, we examined the veracity of this explanation using data from an observational study of urban driving behavior.

Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2012.04.001

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