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Attachment 1. SILJ Survey Instrument
Attachment 2. SILJ Pretest OMB No. 1121-0339
Attachment 3. Title 34 U.S.C. § 10131
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
Attachment 5. 60-Day Notice
Attachment 6. 60-Day Comments
Attachment 7. 30-Day Notice
Attachment 8. Informed Consent
Attachment 9. OJP IRB Determination of Exemption
Attachment 10. Invitation Letter Template
Attachment 11. Informative Flyer
Attachment 12. Follow-up Email
Attachment 13. Reminder Email
Attachment 14. Final Reminder Email
Attachment 15. Nonresponse Telephone Call Script
Attachment 16. Refusal Reversal
Attachment 17. Welcome Email and Logistic Planning
Attachment 18. Non-interview Worksheet
Attachment 19. Thank You Letter
Attachment 1. 2024 SILJ Paper Instrument
2024 SILJ Instrument
PROGRAMMING NOTES:
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All questions indicate whether “select one” or “select all”
The questionnaire is case-sensitive since answer options in ALLCAPS should not be read by
interviewers and answer options in lower case should be read aloud
Blind D or R should be coded with our usual D=8/98, R=7/97 unless the answer is numeric, in
which case D=-2, R=-1
All storage items should be named as SI_XX.
Storage items that contain offenses will be left blank when responses to questions used to fill
the storage item is D or R.
In cases where storage items are filled with dates and those dates are not provided (D or R) or
incomplete (MM/DD/YYYY), the storage item will be left blank and we cannot use for fills or
logic checks
In cases where storage items are filled with offenses and those offenses are not provided,
generic language will be used as fill unless the question is specified to be skipped where offense
is missing/storage item is blank.
Other specify responses should be coded 5/95. If the “other, specify” is part of an answer set
that is supposed to be read aloud then interviewers will be trained to read the list up to that
point and end with “or some other”. If “other” is chosen, they will then ask, “Please describe the
other” in order to capture the specifics.
COMP_INSTR are programming instructions and do not appear on the screen
FI_INSTR are interviewer instructions and should appear on screen
(h) in the answer list indicates a help screen option that should be made available to the
interviewer as needed
All “transcribe” instructions are programming instructions, as are other italicized instructions
that do not specifically say “INTERVIEWER” before them
Any time a numeric answer entered is out of the acceptable range, show an error message to
the interviewer reminding them of the acceptable range
Once the interview is broken off, the interview is completed, i.e., respondents will not be given
the option to go back and complete the interview at another time
Similarly, the field interviewer may have to break off the interview in situations where the
respondent has inadvertently gone down the wrong path when responding to questions that
drive significant skip patterns (e.g., convicted, changes mind to unconvicted). Consider using
non-interview worksheet
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SILJ Instrument, Page 1
Section 1 – Individual Characteristics
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
PROGRAMMER DISPLAY AUTO-GENERATED UNIQUE ID: _______________
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_1A.
INTERVIEWER: FILL S1Q1a WITH (1) FOR MALE INMATE AND (2) FOR FEMALE INMATE BASED
ON FACILITY RECORDS.
The first set of questions are just to get some background information on you.
ASK ALL:
S1Q2a. What is your date of birth? ENTER ONE
(1) JANUARY
(5) MAY
(9) SEPTEMBER
(2) FEBRUARY
(6) JUNE
(10) OCTOBER
(3) MARCH
(7) JULY
(11) NOVEMBER
(4) APRIL
(8) AUGUST
(12) DECEMBER
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S1Q2c
IF MM, DD, OR YYYY MISSING – Skip to S1Q2c
ENTER MONTH: ___ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER DAY: ___ (DD) (Range 1-31, D, blank)
ENTER YEAR: ___ (YYYY) (Range 1920-2006, D)
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COMPLETE IF MM, DD, AND YYYY ALL PROVIDED:
DEFINE CALCAGE:
CALCAGE = Age calculated based on date of birth (S1Q2a) and date of interview
ASK IF MM, DD, and YYYY ALL PROVIDED IN S1Q2a:
S1Q2b. That means you are currently (CALCAGE) years old. Is that correct? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Skip to S1Q3a
(2)
NO - Ask S1Q2c
BLIND D OR R - Ask S1Q2d
IF CALCAGE IS < 18 THANK THE RESPONDENT VERY MUCH AND SKIP TO END OF INTERVIEW.
ASK IF S1Q2a is missing MM, DD, or YYYY, OR IS D or R OR S1Q2b=2:
S1Q2c. How old are you?
AGE IN YEARS: ____ (Range 13 – 95)
BLIND D OR R – Ask S1Q2d
UPDATE CALCAGE:
If S1Q2c ≠ empty then CALCAGE = age reported in S1Q2c.
If CALCAGE < 18 thank the respondent very much and skip to end of interview.
IF CALCAGE=18-95 – Skip to S1Q3a
ASK IF S1Q2b= D, R OR S1Q2c = D, R:
S1Q2d. (INTERVIEWER: ASK IF NOT OBVIOUS)
As of today, [date of interview] are you 18 years old or older? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - thank the respondent very much, explain survey is for respondents 18 or older, and
skip to end of interview
BLIND D OR R - thank the respondent very much, explain survey is for respondents 18 or older,
and skip to end of interview
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Section 1 – Individual Characteristics, Page 3
ASK ALL (i.e., if 18+):
S1Q3a. How tall are you?
FEET: __________ (Range 3 – 7)
INCHES: ________ (Range 0 – 11)
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S1Q3b. How much do you currently weigh?
POUNDS: __________ (Range 75 – 500)
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S1Q4. What is your race and/or ethnicity ? Please choose all that apply. ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(SHOW CARD)
INTERVIEWER: READ ALL RESPONSE OPTIONS AND GET YES/NO FOR EACH ITEM
S1Q4_1. American Indian or Alaska
Native?
S1Q4_2. Asian?
S1Q4_3. Black or African
American?
S1Q4b_4. Hispanic or Latino?
S1Q4b_5. Middle Eastern or North
African?
S1Q4_6. Native Hawaiian or other
Pacific Islander?
S1Q4_7. White?
Yes
1
No
2
BLIND R
R
BLIND D
D
1
2
R
D
1
1
2
2
R
R
D
D
1
2
R
D
1
2
R
D
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ASK ALL:
S1Q5a. Were you born in the United States or some other country? ENTER ONE
(FR: IF RESPONDENT WAS BORN IN A U.S. TERRITORY – AMERICAN SAMOA, GUAM, NORTHERN
MARIANA ISLANDS, PUERTO RICO, OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – MARK 1)
(1)
UNITED STATES - Skip to S1Q6a
(2)
OTHER
BLIND D OR R -- Skip to S1Q5c
ASK IF S1Q5a=2:
S1Q5a1. When 'Other" is selected, display a screen that allows the interviewer to choose from the 10
most commonly reported countries (see below). If one of the countries listed below is selected, store the
appropriate country code in [ ] in a separate variable. ENTER ONE
(01) MEXICO
(07) CUBA
(02) CHINA
(08) DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
(03) INDIA
(09) KOREA
(04) PHILIPPINES
(10) GUATEMALA
(05) EL SALVADOR
(95) OTHER – SPECIFY ____ (S1Q5A1_OTH)
(06) VIETNAM
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S1Q5c
ASK IF S1Q5a1=1-10, 95:
S1Q5b. Are you now a citizen of (INSERT COUNTRY FROM S1Q5a1)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Skip to S1Q5d
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q5b=2, D, R OR S1Q5a=D, R OR S1Q5a1=D, R:
S1Q5c. Of what country are you a citizen? ENTER ONE
(1)
UNITED STATES- Skip to S1Q6a
(2)
OTHER - Display Countries to choose from in S1Q5c1
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S1Q6a
INTERVIEWER: IF R REPORTS DUAL CITIZENSHIP, CODE ONLY 2=NON-US CITIZENSHIP HERE AS
US CITIZENSHIP WILL BE CAPTURED THROUGH S1Q5D.
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ASK IF S1Q5c=2:
S1Q5c1. When 'other" is selected in S1Q5c, display a screen that allows the interviewer to choose from
the 10 most commonly reported countries (see below). If one of the countries listed below is selected,
store the appropriate country code in ( ) in S1Q5c1. ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(01) MEXICO
(07) CUBA
(02) CHINA
(08) DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
(03) INDIA
(09) KOREA
(04) PHILIPPINES
(10) GUATEMALA
(05) EL SALVADOR
(95) OTHER – SPECIFY __________ (S1Q5C1_OTH)
(06) VIETNAM
(96) NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q5b=1 or S1Q5c=2:
S1Q5d. Are you also a citizen of the United States? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S1Q6a. Are you now…? ENTER ONE
(1)
Married
(2)
Widowed
(3)
Divorced
(4)
Separated, for reasons other than incarceration, or
(5)
Never married
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S1Q8. Which of the following best represents how you think of yourself? ENTER ONE
(1)
Lesbian or gay
(2)
Straight; that is, not lesbian or gay
(3)
Bisexual; that is, you are sexually attracted to both men and women
(4)
[IF S1Q4b_3 = 1] Two-Spirit
(95)
Something else
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S1Q9a. What sex were you assigned at birth, on your original birth certificate? ENTER ONE
(1)
Male
(2)
Female
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S1Q9b. Do you currently think of yourself as…? ENTER ONE
(1)
Male
(2)
Female
(3)
Transgender
(4)
[IF S1Q4b_3 = 1] Two-Spirit
(95)
None of these
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q9b=1,2,3,4 or 95:
DEFINE CURRSEX FILL
IF S1Q9b = 1 THEN CURRSEX FILL = “describe yourself as male”
IF S1Q9b = 2 THEN CURRSEX FILL = “describe yourself as female”
IF S1Q9b = 3 THEN CURRSEX FILL = “describe yourself as transgender”
IF S1Q9b = 4 THEN CURRSEX FILL = “describe yourself as Two-Spirit”
IF S1Q9b = 95 AND S1Q4b_3 = 2, D, R THEN CURRSEX FILL = “do not describe yourself as male,
female, or transgender”
IF S1Q9b = 95 AND S1Q4b_3 = 1 THEN CURRSEX FILL = “do not describe yourself as male, female,
Two-Spirit, or transgender”
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ASK IF (S1Q9a=1 and S1Q9b =2 or 3 or 4 or 95) OR (S1Q9a=2 and S1Q9b=1 or 3 or 4 or 95):
S1Q9c. Just to confirm what you entered, you were assigned [FILL ANSWER TO S1Q9A] on your original
birth certificate and now you [CURRSEX FILL]. Is that correct? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q9c=2:
S1Q9d. Please answer this question again: What sex was recorded on your original birth certificate?
ENTER ONE
(1)
Male
(2)
Female
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q9c=2 and S1Q4b_3=1:
S1Q9e. Please answer this question again: Do you currently think of yourself as male, female, TwoSpirit, or transgender? ENTER ONE
(1)
Male
(2)
Female
(3)
Transgender
(4)
[IF S1Q4b_3 = 1] Two-Spirit
(95)
None of these
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q9c=2 and S1Q4b_3 =2, D, R:
S1Q8b. Please answer this question again: Do you currently think of yourself as male, female, or
transgender? ENTER ONE
(1)
Male
(2)
Female
(3)
Transgender
(95)
None of these
BLIND D OR R
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Section 1 – Individual Characteristics, Page 8
ASK ALL:
S1Q7a. Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S2Q1a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S2Q1a
ASK IF S1Q7a=1:
S1Q7b. Which branches have you served in? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Army, including the Army National Guard or Reserve
(2)
Navy, including the Reserve
(3)
Marine Corps, including the Reserve
(4)
Air Force, including the Air National Guard or Reserve
(5)
Coast Guard, including the Reserve
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R – skip to S2Q1a
ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7c. In what year did you first enter the U.S. Armed Forces?
YEAR:
___ (Range 1940 – CURRENT YEAR)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7d. In what year were you last discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces?
(ENTER ‘999’ IF INMATE HAS NOT BEEN DISCHARGED/IS CURRENTLY SERVING)
YEAR: ___ (Range 1940 – CURRENT YEAR)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7e. Altogether, how much time have you served in the U.S. Armed Forces?
____ YEARS (Range 0-75, D)
____ MONTHS (Range 0-60, D)
____ WEEKS (Range 0-50, D)
____ DAYS (Range 0-30, D)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7f. While serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, did you see combat in a line or combat unit? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S1Q7g4
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S1Q7g4
ASK IF S1Q7f=1 AND IF S1Q7C IS BEFORE 2011 OR D OR R AND S1Q7D IS AFTER 2003 OR D OR R OR 999:
S1Q7g1. Did you see combat in a line or combat unit in Operation Iraqi Freedom? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7f=1 AND IF S1Q7D IS AFTER 2001 OR D OR R OR 999:
S1Q7g2. Did you see combat in a line or combat unit in military operations in Afghanistan, including
Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Freedom’s Sentinel? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7f=1:
S1Q7g3. While serving and on official duty with the U.S. Armed Forces, did you participate in some other
military operation, which may include peacekeeping operations? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: ALLOW BOTH OPTIONS 1 AND 2 BUT ONLY IF NO, D, OR R ARE NOT SELECTED.
(1)
YES, SOME OTHER OPERATION – Specify _________________ (S1Q7g3_OTH)
(2)
YES, A PEACEKEEPING OPERATION
(3)
NO
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
Skip to S1Q7h
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Section 1 – Individual Characteristics, Page 10
ASK IF S1Q7f=2, D or R:
S1Q7g4. While serving and on official duty with the U.S. Armed Forces, did you participate in
peacekeeping operations? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7h. While serving and on official duty in the U.S. Armed Forces have you ever been exposed to dead,
dying, or wounded people? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7i. While serving and on official duty in the U.S. Armed Forces have you ever been exposed to
environmental hazards such as Agent Orange, chemical warfare agents, ionizing radiation, or
other potentially toxic substances? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q7b=1-5:
S1Q7j. While serving and on official duty in the United States Armed Forces, did you suffer any injury as
a result of training or combat? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S1Q7d IS NOT 999:
S1Q7k. What type of discharge did you receive from the United States Armed Forces? ENTER ONE
(1)
Honorable
(2)
General under honorable conditions
(3)
General without honorable conditions
(4)
Other than honorable
(5)
Bad conduct
(6)
Dishonorable
(7)
Some other type of discharge
BLIND D OR R
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Section 2 — Current Offenses and Detention Status
PROGRAMMER: IN QUESTIONS THAT VERIFY DATES ARE NOT BEFORE OR AFTER ANOTHER DATE, THE
VERIFICATION SHOULD ONLY OCCUR IF BOTH DATES ARE PROVIDED.
These next questions are about why you have been admitted to jail.
ASK ALL:
S2Q1a. On what date were you most recently admitted to this jail?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER DAY:
____ (DD) (Range 1-31, D, blank)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF NECESSARY, REMIND INMATE OF CURRENT DATE AND PROBE FOR BEST
GUESS.
PROGRAMMER: TRANSCRIBE DATE TO STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE IF
MONTH, DAY, AND YEAR ARE ALL POPULATED. OTHERWISE, LEAVE BLANK. (NOTE THAT IF DATE
IS NOT COMPLETE, FUTURE LOGIC CHECKS WILL BE SKIPPED AS INDICATED)
ASK ALL:
S2Q1b. Are you being held in this jail for an authority other than this jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S1Q1d1
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S1Q1d1
ASK IF S2Q1b=1:
S2Q1c. For what other authorities are you being held? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
State prison authorities
(2)
U.S. Marshals Service
(3)
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(4)
Federal Bureau of Prisons
(5)
Bureau of Indian Affairs
(6)
American Indian or Alaska Native tribal governments
(7)
Other local jail jurisdictions
(95)
Other - Specify ________________ (S2Q1c_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(h) HELP – Display help screen h_JURISDICTION
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h_JURISDICTION
Jail Jurisdiction —A county (parish in Louisiana) or municipal government that administers one
or more local jails and represents the entity responsible for managing jail facilities under its
authority. Most jail jurisdictions consist of a single facility, but some have multiple facilities or
multiple facility operators (e.g., a jail jurisdiction consisting of a county jail and a private jail
operated under county authority).
ASK ALL:
S2Q1d1. Are you being held in this jail... Please select all that apply (SHOW CARD) ENTER ALL THAT
APPLY
(1)
Waiting to be arraigned
(2)
To stand trial for an offense
(3)
Waiting for a hearing for revocation of pretrial release, probation, parole or other
community release (this does not include determining release on probation or parole)
(4)
For safekeeping
(5)
As a witness
(6)
For contempt of Court
(7)
Waiting to be sentenced for an offense
(8)
Serving a sentence in this jail
(9)
Waiting to be transferred to serve a sentence somewhere else
(95)
For another reason? Specify ______________ (S2Q1d1_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
COMP_INSTR_2Aa.
Rank in priority order S2Q1d1=8, 9, 3, 7, 2, 1, 4, 5, 6, 95 or D/R
Fill S2Q1d2 with priority ranked order.
Go to COMP_INSTR_2A.
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PROGRAMMER COMPLETE FOR ALL (I.E., FILL WITH PRIORITY RANKING FROM S2Q1d1 BUT DO NOT
SHOW ON SCREEN):
S2Q1d2. Are you being held in this jail… (RESPONSE FILLED FROM COMP_INSTR_2Aa)
(1)
WAITING TO BE ARRAIGNED
(2)
TO STAND TRIAL FOR AN OFFENSE
(3)
WAITING FOR A HEARING FOR REVOCATION OF PRETRIAL RELEASE, PROBATION,
PAROLE OR OTHER COMMUNITY RELEASE
(4)
FOR SAFEKEEPING
(5)
AS A WITNESS
(6)
FOR CONTEMPT OF COURT
(7)
WAITING TO BE SENTENCED FOR AN OFFENSE
(8)
SERVING A SENTENCE IN THIS JAIL
(9)
WAITING TO BE TRANSFERRED TO SERVE A SENTENCE SOMEWHERE ELSE
(95)
FOR ANOTHER REASON? SPECIFY ___________________________ (S2Q1d2_OTH)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S2Q1d2=2, 7, 8, or 9:
S2Q1d3. Are any of the offenses for which you are (INSERT RESPONSE FROM S2Q1d2 = 2, 7, 8, or 9) a
ENTER ALL THAT APPLYS2Q1d3_1. Parole violation?
S2Q1d3_2. Probation violation?
S2Q1d3_3. Escape?
Yes
1
1
1
No
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
COMP_INSTR_2A.
If S2Q1d3_1=1, set S2Q1f=1. If S2Q1d3_2=1, set S2Q1f=2. If S2Q1d3_3=1, set S2Q1f=3.
Else skip to S2Q1f.
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ASK IF S2Q1d2=3:
S2Q1e. Are you awaiting revocation of… ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Parole or supervised release after serving time?
(2)
Probation, including shock probation and split sentences?
(3)
Community release (including furlough, work or study release, or day or weekend
reporting)
(4)
Pretrial release (including bail/bond, electronic monitoring, own recognizance, or
custody of another person)
(5)
Other ______________________ (S2Q1e_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_REVOCATION
h_REVOCATION.
Parole - An offender on parole was conditionally released from a prison by a parole board prior
to completion of sentence. While on parole, the released offender is placed under the
supervision of a parole agency and must obey all conditions set forth by the parole authority.
Probation - An offender on probation is free as long as the person meets certain conditions of
behavior. If the freedom is granted by a judicial officer, judge, or court, it is called probation
from court. If the conditional release is granted after the offender has served time in a
correctional facility, it is probation from prison.
Shock probation/split sentence - A sentence requiring the convicted person to serve a period of
confinement in a tribal, local, state or federal facility followed by a period of probation. The
term is often used for sentences to boot camp, followed by supervision in the community.
Community release - An offender on furlough, work or study release, day or weekend reporting,
alcohol or drug diversion counseling, or electronic monitoring or house arrest.
Furlough – Temporary release from custody where an inmate is allowed to leave the jail to, for
example, attend funeral or other personal reasons, and return.
Pretrial release -An offender on bail or bond, release to own recognizance, release to the
custody of another person, on electronic monitoring or house arrest while awaiting trial or
adjudication.
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COMPLETE IF S2Q1d2=3:
COMP_INSTR_2B.
If S2Q1e=1, set S2Q1f=1. If S2Q1e=2, set S2Q1f=2.
ASK ALL:
S2Q1f. (ONLY SHOW IF S2Q1d3_1=1 or S2Q1d3_2=1 or S2Q1d3_3=1 or S2Q1e=1 or 2: Other than
(INSERT RESPONSE FROM S2Q1d3 OR S2Q1e),) when you were brought into this jail (DISPLAY
“ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE
DISPLAY “THIS TIME”) were you already on… (SHOW CARD) ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
[HIDE IF S2Q1d3_1=1 or S2Q1e=1] Parole or supervised release after serving time
(2)
[HIDE IF S2Q1d3_2=1 or S2Q1e=2] Probation, including shock probation and split
sentences
(3)
[HIDE IF S2Q1d3_3=1] Escape
(4)
Furlough
(5)
Work or study release
(6)
Day or weekend reporting
(7)
Electronic monitoring or house arrest
(8)
Alcohol or drug diversion counseling
(9)
Under the supervision of a special court or diversion program, such as a Drug Court or a
Veteran’s Court
(10)
Bail/bond
(11)
Release to your own recognizance or the custody of another person
(12)
Other type of pretrial release
(13)
None of these
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(h)
Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_RELEASE STATUS
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h_RELEASE STATUS.
Supervised or conditional release - The release from a Federal, State, tribal or local correctional
facility of an inmate who has not served his or her full sentence and whose freedom is contingent
upon obeying specified rules of behavior.
Escape - An offender on escape has fled from a prison, jail or other correctional facility without
an official release from physical custody. Also, an offender on escape may fail to return to a
correctional facility after authorized leave.
Parole - An offender on parole was conditionally released from a prison by a parole board prior
to completion of sentence. While on parole, the released offender is placed under the
supervision of a parole agency and must obey all conditions set forth by the parole authority.
Probation - An offender on probation is free as long as the person meets certain conditions of
behavior. If the freedom is granted by a judicial officer, judge, or court, it is called probation
from court. If the conditional release is granted after the offender has served time in a
correctional facility, it is probation from prison.
Shock probation/split sentence - A sentence requiring the convicted person to serve a period of
confinement in a tribal, local, state or federal facility followed by a period of probation. The
term is often used for sentences to boot camp, followed by supervision in the community.
Community release - An offender on furlough, work or study release, day or weekend reporting,
alcohol or drug diversion counseling, or electronic monitoring or house arrest.
Pretrial release -An offender on bail or bond, release to own recognizance, release to the
custody of another person, on electronic monitoring or house arrest while awaiting trial or
adjudication.
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_2B1.
(1) If S2Q1f is left blank return interviewer to screen until an answer is entered.
(2) Else if S2Q1f=13, do not allow any other entries.
(3) Else if S2Q1f=1-12, do not allow an entry of 13.
(4) Provide pop-up message for FR, "THIS ENTRY IS NOT ALLOWED."
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_2B2.
If S2Q1f=2, go to S2Q1g. Else, skip to COMP_INSTR_2B3.
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ASK IF S2Q1f=2:
S2Q1g. Now we are interested in how you received your probation sentence. Was your probation
sentence a stand-alone sentence given by the court with no prison or jail time?
(1)
YES – Skip to COMP_INSTR_2B3
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_2B3
ASK IF S2Q1g=2:
S2Q1h. Was your probation sentence part of a split sentence that included serving time in a prison or
jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN – h_SPLIT SENTENCE
h_SPLIT SENTENCE
A sentence requiring the convicted person to serve a period of confinement in a tribal, local,
state or federal facility followed by a period of probation. The term is often used for sentences to
boot camp, followed by supervision in the community.
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP-INSTR 2B3.
If S2Q1e = 1 or 2, ask S2Q1i. Else, skip to COMP-INSTR_2B4.
ASK IF S2Q1e=1 or 2:
S2Q1i. What are the specific reasons that you are awaiting a hearing to revoke or take away your
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1e)? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Arrest/conviction for new offense
(2)
Positive test for drug use
(3)
Possession of drug(s)
(4)
Failure to report for drug testing
(5)
Failure to report for alcohol or drug treatment
(6)
Failure to report for other counseling
(7)
Failure to report to probation/parole officer/absconded
(8)
Left jurisdiction without permission
(9)
Failure to secure or maintain employment
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(10)
Failure to pay fines, restitution, or other financial obligations (e.g., child support)
(11)
Failure to find approved housing
(12)
Maintained contacts with other known offenders
(13)
Possession of gun(s)
(95)
Some other reason – Specify _______________________ (S2Q1i_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
Skip to COMP_INSTR_2C
COMP_INSTR_2B4.
If S2Q1f=1 or 2 AND S2Q1e IS NOT 1 or 2, ask S2Q1j. Else skip to COMP_INSTR_2C.
ASK IF S2Q1f=1 or 2 AND S2Q1e IS NOT 1 or 2:
S2Q1j. Was your parole, supervised release, or probation taken away or revoked for violating the
conditions of your release? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - skip to COMP_INSTR_2C
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2C
ASK IF S2Q1j=1:
S2Q1k. What were the specific reasons that your parole, supervised release, or probation was taken
away or revoked? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Arrest/conviction for new offense
(2)
Positive test for drug use
(3)
Possession of drug(s)
(4)
Failure to report for drug testing
(5)
Failure to report for alcohol or drug treatment
(6)
Failure to report for other counseling
(7)
Failure to report to probation/parole officer/absconded
(8)
Left jurisdiction without permission
(9)
Failure to secure or maintain employment
(10)
Failure to pay fines, restitution, or other financial obligations (e.g., child support)
(11)
Failure to find approved housing
(12)
Maintained contacts with other known offenders
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(13)
Possession of gun(s)
(95)
Some other reason – Specify _______________________ (S2Q1k_OTH)
(96) NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_2C.
If S2Q1f =13 (Not on any Criminal Justice Status), skip to COMP_INSTR_2I
Else continue with S2Q2a
SECTION A: ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE STATUS, NEW OFFENSES
ASK IF S2Q1f=1-12:
S2Q2a. When you were brought into jail after being on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f) were you
arrested or charged with any new offenses? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Ask S2Q2b
(2)
NO - Skip to Comp_Instr_2F1 (Priors only-S2Q6a, On Criminal Justice Status/no new
offenses)
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S2Q2c
On Criminal Justice Status, New Arrest Offenses
ASK IF S2Q2a=1:
S2Q2b. For what new offenses were you arrested or charged when you were admitted to jail after being
on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
INTERVIEWER: IF OFFENSE IS A PAROLE VIOLATION, PROBATION VIOLATION, OR ESCAPE ONLY,
ENTER A, B, OR C INSTEAD OF ENTERING THAT INTO A TEXT FIELD. OTHERWISE, ENTER INTO THE
TEXT FIELDS ALONG WITH THE OTHER OFFENSES USING AUTOCOMPLETE, ONLY ONE OFFENSE
PER LINE.
(A)
PAROLE VIOLATION ONLY
(B)
PROBATION VIOLATION ONLY
(C)
ESCAPE ONLY
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(95)
SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
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PROGRAMMER: DO NOT ALLOW OPTION 95 IN COMBINATION WITH A,B,C,D,R. IF S2Q2B=95
(SPECIFY OFFENSES) THEN PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING 5 TEXT FIELDS. IMPLEMENT
AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED
TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN
AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE
YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q2b_1. ___________________________
S2Q2b_2. ___________________________
S2Q2b_3. ___________________________
S2Q2b_4. ___________________________
S2Q2b_5. ___________________________
PROGRAMMER:
( 1) If ONLY (A), (B), and/or (C), and no other offense listed, transcribe offenses to Storage item
2C – Current arrest offenses and skip to S2Q5a_ar (New technical violations only)
(2) If ONLY S2Q2b_1 is completed, display PopS2Q2b (Pop up screen with interviewer
instruction):
(DO NOT READ ALOUD) Please verify - Did you enter the words "parole violation" or "probation
violation" or “escape violation” or an abbreviation of these words and no other offense.
(a) YES – Allow interviewer to change response to A, B, or C, and transcribe offense to
Storage item 2C – Current arrest offenses and skip to S2Q5a_ar.
(b) NO – Continue with (3)
(3) Else, transcribe offenses (S2Q2b) to Storage item 2C – Current arrest offenses and continue
with S2Q2b_ar.
ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED BUT NOT ONLY EITHER PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE VIOLATION:
S2Q2b_ar. On what date were you arrested or charged with the (insert offenses from Storage item 2C –
Current arrest offenses (S2Q2b), or if no offenses (D or R) listed insert “new offenses”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q2b_ar is on or before the
admission date in Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date. If not, ask S2Q2bv_ar.
(2) Else transcribe date in (S2Q2b_ar) to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and skip to
S2Q2c.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q2b_ar IS AFTER ADMISSION DATE IN STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q2bv_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (Insert arrest date from S2Q2b_ar) is after your admission
date of (Insert admission date from Storage item 2A). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q2b_ar) to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and skip to
S2Q2c.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q2b_ar on screen. Allow interviewer to
make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to Storage item 2A – Most
recent admission date and S2Q2b_ar to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q2b_ar
ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED BUT NOT ONLY EITHER PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE VIOLATION OR
S2Q2a=D or R:
S2Q2c. When you were brought into jail after being on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)) were you
sentenced for any new offenses? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S2Q2e
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Sentenced
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S2Q2e
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
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New Sentenced Offenses
ASK IF S2Q2c=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q2b:
S2Q2d. For what new offenses were you sentenced? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q2b, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW
INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE SENTENCED.
S2Q2d_1. ___________________________
S2Q2d_2. ___________________________
S2Q2d_3. ___________________________
S2Q2d_4. ___________________________
S2Q2d_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses (S2Q2d) to Storage item 2F – New sentenced offenses and highest
ranked to Storage item 2O – Controlling offenses
(2) Mark “01” (Convicted, sentenced) in Storage item 2B – Detention Status
(3) Transcribe arrest date in Storage item 2D to Storage item 2P – Controlling arrest date
Skip to S2Q3a
ASK IF S2Q2c=2, D or R:
S2Q2e. When you were brought into jail after being on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S1Q2f), were you
convicted of any new offenses? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2D
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN – h_Convicted
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2D
h_CONVICTED
The judgment of a court that the defendant is guilty of the offenses with which charged, based
on the verdict of a jury or judicial officers, or on the guilty pleas or a no contest plea of a
defendant.
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New Conviction, Awaiting Sentencing Offenses
ASK IF S2Q2e=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q2b:
S2Q2f. For what new offenses were you convicted? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q2b, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW
INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE CONVICTED.
S2Q2f_1. ___________________________
S2Q2f_2. ___________________________
S2Q2f_3. ___________________________
S2Q2f_4. ___________________________
S2Q2f_5. ___________________________
(96) NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses (S2Q2f) to Storage item 2G – New conviction awaiting sentencing
offenses.
(2) Mark “02” (Convicted, awaiting sentencing) in Storage item 2B – Detention Status. Transcribe
highest ranked to Storage item 2O – Controlling offenses and transcribe arrest date in
Storage item 2D to Storage item 2P – Controlling arrest date.
(3) Continue to COMP_INSTR_2D.
COMP_INSTR_2D.
If S2Q2c=2, D, R (no new sentence) and S2Q2e=2, D, R (no new conviction), skip to
COMP_INSTR_2D1 (Prior offenses, no new conviction). Else ask S2Q3a.
Prior Offenses - With New Sentence/Conviction Awaiting Sentencing Offenses
ASK IF S2Q2c=1 OR S2Q2e=1:
S2Q3a. For what offenses were you on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f) when you were admitted to
jail? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q3A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
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INTERVIEWER ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
S2Q3a_1. ___________________________
S2Q3a_2. ___________________________
S2Q3a_3. ___________________________
S2Q3a_4. ___________________________
S2Q3a_5. ___________________________
PROGRAMMER: TRANSCRIBE OFFENSES (S2Q3A) TO STORAGE ITEM 2H – MOST RECENT PRIOR
OFFENSES
ASK IF S2Q2c=1 OR S2Q2e=1:
S2Q3a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2H –
MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE
ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)”)
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: If date in S2Q3a_ar is before admission date in Storage item
2A-current admission date, skip to S2Q3a_ad.
Else ask S2Q3av_ar.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q3a_ar IS ON OR AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q3av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT DATE FROM S2Q3a_ar) for (INSERT OFFENSE
FROM STORAGE ITEM 2H – MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT
OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)) is
on or after your admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – ADMISSION DATE). Is this
correct? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - accept date and ask S2Q3a_ad.
(2)
NO - make corrections – Display items S2Q3a_ar and S2Q1a on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe arrest date to
Storage item 2Q – prior arrest date and transcribe date in S2Q1a to Storage item 2A –
Current admission date.
Screen Example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Prior arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q3a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q2c=1 OR S2Q2e=1:
S2Q3a_ad. On what date were you first admitted to jail or another facility for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2H
– MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU
WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)”?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER ADMITTED
BLIND D OR R
IF DATE (MM/YYYY) PROVIDED: Transcribe date to Storage item 2I – Most recent prior admission
date
If S2Q3a_ad=0, mark 0 in S2Q3a_rl and skip to S2Q3b.
ASK IF S2Q3a_ad IS NOT 0:
S2Q3a_rl. On what date were you first released from jail or another facility for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
2H – MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT OFFENSES INSERT
“OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)”?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER RELEASED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE.
(1) Verify that the admission date in S2Q3a_ad is on or before the release date in S2Q3a_rl. If
not, ask S2Q3av_rl.
(2) Else if date (MM/YYYY) provided: transcribe date to Storage item 2J – Most recent prior
release date and skip to S2Q3b.
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ASK IF S2Q3a_rl IS BEFORE S2Q3a_ad:
S2Q3av_rl. The release date you just gave me (INSERT RELEASE DATE FROM S2Q3a_rl) is before your
readmission date of (INSERT READMISSION DATE FROM S2Q3a_ad). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1)
(2)
YES - transcribe date in S2Q3a_rl to Storage item 2J – Most recent prior release date and
ask S2Q3b.
NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q3a_rl and S2Q3a_ad on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe S2Q3a_ad to
Storage item 2I-Most recent prior admission date and S2Q3a_rl to Storage item 2J-Most
recent prior release date.
Screen Example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Readmission
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q3a_ad
Release
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q3a_rl
Check if S2Q1f=1 (parole), 2 (probation), or 3 (escape)—
(1) Transcribe offenses (S2Q3a) to Storage item 2K – Prior sentenced offenses.
(2) Skip to COMP_INSTR_2E.
ASK IF S2Q2c=1 OR S2Q2e=1 AND S2Q1f IS NOT 1, 2 or 3:
S2Q3b. Are you sentenced for any of the offenses for which you were on (INSERT RESPONSE FROM
S2Q1f EXCEPT IF = 1, 2, OR 3) when you were admitted to jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S2Q3d
(h)
Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Sentenced
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S2Q3d
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
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ASK IF S2Q3b=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q3a:
S2Q3c. For what offenses are you sentenced? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q3a, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW
INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE SENTENCED.
S2Q3c_1. ___________________________
S2Q3c_2. ___________________________
S2Q3c_3. ___________________________
S2Q3c_4. ___________________________
S2Q3c_5. ___________________________
(96) NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses (S2Q3c) to Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses.
(2) If number of offenses in S2Q3c=S2Q3a, mark 2 in S2Q3d and Skip to COMP_INSTR_2E. Else
ask S2Q3d.
ASK IF NUMBER OF OFFENSES IN S2Q3a IS GREATER THAN NUMBER OF OFFENSES IN S2Q3c OR IF
S2Q3b=2, D, R:
S2Q3d. Are you convicted and awaiting sentencing for any offenses for which you were on (INSERT
RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f EXCEPT IF = 1, 2, OR 3) when you were admitted to jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2E
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN – h_Convicted
h_CONVICTED
The judgment of a court that the defendant is guilty of the offenses with which charged, based
on the verdict of a jury or judicial officers, or on the guilty pleas or a no contest plea of a
defendant.
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2E
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ASK IF S2Q3d=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q3a:
S2Q3e. For what offenses are you convicted and awaiting sentencing? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q3a THAT WERE NOT ALREADY SELECTED IN
S2Q3c, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE
CONVICTED.
S2Q3e_1. ___________________________
S2Q3e_2. ___________________________
S2Q3e_3. ___________________________
S2Q3e_4. ___________________________
S2Q3e_5. ___________________________
(96) NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
Transcribe offenses (S2Q3e) to Storage item 2L-Prior conviction, awaiting sentencing offenses
Skip to COMP_INSTR_2E
Prior offenses, no new sentence/conviction
COMP_INSTR_2D1.
If S2Q1f=10 or 11 or 12, and no other value, skip to S2Q6f (Pretrial status only).
ASK IF (S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R) AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q4a. For what offenses were you on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f) when you were admitted to
jail? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q4A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q4a_1. ___________________________
S2Q4a_2. ___________________________
S2Q4a_3. ___________________________
S2Q4a_4. ___________________________
S2Q4a_5. ___________________________
PROGRAMMER: TRANSCRIBE OFFENSES (S2Q4A) TO STORAGE ITEM 2H-MOST RECENT PRIOR
OFFENSES
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ASK IF (S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R) AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q4a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for (INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2H –
MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: If date in S2Q4a_ar is before admission date in Storage item
2A-current admission date, transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2Q-Prior arrest date, and skip
to S2Q4a_ad. Else ask S2Q4av_ar.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q4a IS ON OR AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q4av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT DATE FROM S2Q4a_ar) for the (INSERT OFFENSES
FROM STORAGE ITEM 2H OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1F) is on or after your admission date of (Insert admission date
from Storage item 2A). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - Accept date and transcribe to Storage item 2Q-Prior arrest date and ask S2Q4a_ad.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q4a_ar and S2Q1a on screen. Allow interviewer to
make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2Qprior arrest date and transcribe date in S2Q1a to Storage item 2A-Current admission date.
Screen Example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Recent admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Prior arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q4a_ar
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ASK IF (S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R) AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q4a_ad. On what date were you first admitted to jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q4a, OR IF NO OFFENSES “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM
S2Q1f)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER ADMITTED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
IF DATE (MM/YYYY) PROVIDED: Transcribe date to Storage item 2I-Most recent prior admission
date
If S2Q4a_ad=0, mark “0” in S2Q4a_rl and skip to S2Q4b.
ASK IF S2Q4a_ad IS NOT 0:
S2Q4a_rl. On what date were you first released from jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q4a, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1f)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER RELEASED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) Verify that the admission date in S2Q4a_ad is on or before the release date in S2Q4a_rl. If
not, ask S2Q4av_rl.
(2) Else if date (MM/YYYY) provided: transcribe date to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior
release date and skip to S2Q4b.
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ASK IF S2Q4a_ad IS AFTER S2Q4a_rl:
S2Q4av_rl. The release date you just gave me (Insert release date from S2Q4a_rl) is before your
readmission date of (Insert readmission date from S2Q4a_ad). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1)
(2)
YES - transcribe date in (S2Q4a_rl) to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior release date and
ask S2Q4b.
NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q4a_rl and S2Q4a_ad on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe S2Q4a_ad to
Storage item 2I-Most recent prior admission date, and S2Q4a_rl to Storage item 2J-Most
recent prior release date.
Screen Example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Readmission
Month:
_____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q4a_ad
Release
Month:
_____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q4a_rl
ASK IF (S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R) AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q4b. Are you sentenced for any of the offenses for which you were on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM
S2Q1f)? ENTER ONE
(1) YES
(2) NO - Skip to S2Q4d
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Sentenced
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S2Q4d
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
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ASK IF S2Q4b =1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q4a:
S2Q4c. For what offenses are you sentenced? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q4a, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW
INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE SENTENCED.
S2Q4c_1. ___________________________
S2Q4c_2. ___________________________
S2Q4c_3. ___________________________
S2Q4c_4. ___________________________
S2Q4c_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses (S2Q4c) to Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses.
(2) Mark “03” (No new conviction, prior sentence) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
Transcribe highest rank to Storage item 2O-controlling offenses and Transcribe arrest date in
S2Q4a_ar to Storage item 2P-Controlling arrest date.
(3) If number of offenses in S2Q4c=S2Q4a, Mark “2” in S2Q4d and skip to COMP_INSTR_2E.
Else ask S2Q4d.
ASK IF NUMBER OF OFFENSES IN S2Q4c IS LESS THAN NUMBER IN S2Q4a OR IF S2Q4b=2,D,R:
S2Q4d. Are you convicted and awaiting sentencing for any of the offenses for which you were on
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2D2
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN – h_Convicted
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2D2
h_CONVICTED
The judgment of a court that the defendant is guilty of the offenses with which charged, based
on the verdict of a jury or judicial officers, or on the guilty pleas or a no contest plea of a
defendant.
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ASK IF S2Q4d=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q4a:
S2Q4e. For what offenses are you convicted and awaiting sentencing? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q4a THAT WERE NOT ALREADY SELECTED
IN S2Q4c, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE
CONVICTED.
S2Q4e_1. ___________________________
S2Q4e_2. ___________________________
S2Q4e_3. ___________________________
S2Q4e_4. ___________________________
S2Q4e_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses (S2Q4e) to Storage item 2L-Prior conviction awaiting sentencing offenses
(2) If S2Q4b=2 and S2Q4d=1, Mark “04” (No new conviction, no prior sentence) in Storage item
2B-Detention Status. Transcribe highest rank to Storage item 2O-controlling offenses and
Transcribe arrest date in S2Q4a_ar to Storage item 2Q-Prior arrest date and Storage item
2P-Controlling arrest date.
(3) Else continue with COMP_INSTR_2D2.
COMP_INSTR_2D2.
If S2Q4b=2 and S2Q4d=2, Mark “05” (Unconvicted) in Storage item 2B-Detention Status.
Continue with COMP_INSTR_2E.
COMP_INSTR_2E.
(1) If Storage item 2B-Detention Status=01(Convicted, sentenced) and offenses are listed in
Storage item 2F-New sentenced offenses, skip to S3Q1a (Pretrial).
(2) Else if Storage item 2B-Detention Status=02 (Convicted, awaiting sentence) and offenses are
listed in Storage item 2G-New conviction awaiting sentencing offenses, skip to S3Q1a
(Pretrial).
(3) Else if Storage item 2B-Detention Status=03 (No new conviction, prior sentence) and offenses
are listed in Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses, skip to S3Q1a (Pretrial).
(4) Else if Storage item 2B-Detention status=04 (No new conviction, prior conviction awaiting
sentencing), and offenses are listed in Storage item 2L-Prior conviction awaiting sentencing
offenses, skip to S3Q1a (Pretrial).
(5) Else if Storage item 2B-Detention Status=05 (Unconvicted), skip to COMP_INSTR_5A.
(6) Else mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention status and skip to
COMP_INSTR_5A.
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SECTION B: CRIMINAL JUSTICE STATUS, TECHNICAL VIOLATORS ONLY
ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED AND ONLY PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE VIOLATIONS OR SOME COMBO
OF THE 3:
S2Q5a_ar. On what date were you arrested or charged with the (INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE
ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1)
ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q5a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q5av_ar.
(2)
Else transcribe date (S2Q5a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Skip to
S2Q5b.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q5a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q5av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q5a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT ADMISSION DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2A). Is this correct?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - transcribe date in (S2Q5a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and ask
S2Q5b.
(2)
NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q5a_ar on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to
Storage item 2A-Current admission date and S2Q5a_ar to Storage item 2D-Current
arrest date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q5a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED AND ONLY PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE OR SOME COMBO OF THE 3:
S2Q5b. Are you sentenced for the (INSERT RESPONSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2C-CURRENT ARREST
OFFENSES (S2Q2b)) for which you were arrested or charged? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
PROGRAMMER: SCREEN SHOULD ONLY DISPLAY OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2C.
S2Q5b_1. Parole violation?
S2Q5b_2. Probation violation?
S2Q5b_3. Escape?
Yes
No
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Sentenced
BLIND D OR R
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
(1) Transcribe all offenses marked “1” (YES) to Storage item 2M-New tech violation sentenced
offenses and Mark “01” (Convicted, sentenced) in Storage item 2B-Detention status
(2) If any offenses in S2Q5b=2, ask S2Q5c. Else Skip to S2Q5d.
ASK IF ANY OFFENSES IN S2Q5b=2:
S2Q5c. Are you convicted and awaiting sentencing for the (INSERT OFFENSES MARKED “2” FROM
S2Q5b) for which you were arrested or charged? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
PROGRAMMER: SCREEN SHOULD ONLY DISPLAY OFFENSES MARK “2” (NO) IN S2Q5B.
S2Q5c_1. Parole violation?
S2Q5c_2. Probation violation?
S2Q5c_3. Escape?
(h)
Yes
No
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN – h_Convicted
BLIND D OR R
h_CONVICTED
The judgment of a court that the defendant is guilty of the offenses with which charged, based
on the verdict of a jury or judicial officers, or on the guilty pleas or a no contest plea of a
defendant.
(1) Transcribe all offense marked “1” to Storage item 2N-New tech violation conviction awaiting
sentencing offenses.
(2) If all offenses in S2Q5b=2 and any offenses in S2Q5c=1, mark “02” (convicted, awaiting
sentencing) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(3) If all offenses in S2Q5b=2 and all offenses in S2Q5c=2, Mark “03” (No new sentence, prior
sentence) in Storage item 2B-Detention status
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ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED AND ONLY PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE OR SOME COMBO OF THE 3:
S2Q5d. For what offenses were you on (INSERT RESPONSES FOR S2Q1f) when you were arrested or
charged with (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C - CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q5D=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q5d_1. ___________________________
S2Q5d_2. ___________________________
S2Q5d_3. ___________________________
S2Q5d_4. ___________________________
S2Q5d_5. ___________________________
(1) Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2H-Most recent prior offenses, Storage item 2K-Prior
sentenced offenses and highest ranked to Storage item 20-Controlling offenses.
ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED AND ONLY PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE OR SOME COMBO OF THE 3:
S2Q5d_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for (INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2HMOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: If date in S2Q5d_ar is before admission date in Storage
item 2A-current admission date, transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2P-Controlling arrest
date and to Storage item 2Q-Prior arrest date and ask S2Q5d_ad.
Else ask S2Q5av_ar.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q5d_ar IS ON OR AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q5dv_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT DATE FROM S2Q5d_ar) for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
2H – MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES) is on or after your admission date of (INSERT
STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - Accept date and ask S2Q5d_ad.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q5d_ar and S2Q1a on screen. Allow interviewer to
make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe arrest date to Storage
item 2Q-prior arrest date and Storage item 2P-Controlling arrest date. Transcribe date in
S2Q1a to Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Prior arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q5d_ar
ASK IF S2Q2b IS ANSWERED AND ONLY PAROLE, PROBATION, OR ESCAPE OR SOME COMBO OF THE 3:
S2Q5d_ad. On what date were you first admitted to jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q5D, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1f)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
ENTER YEAR:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER ADMITTED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
IF DATE (MM/YYYY) PROVIDED: Transcribe date to Storage item 2I – Most recent prior admission
date. If S2Q5d_ad=0, Mark “0” in S2Q5d_rl and Skip to COMP_INSTR_2F. Else ask S2Q5d_rl.
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ASK IF S2Q5d_ad IS ASKED AND NOT ZERO:
S2Q5d_rl. On what date were you first released from jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q5d, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1f)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER RELEASED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) Verify that the admission date in S2Q5d_ad is on or before the release date in S2Q5d_rl. If
not, ask S2Q5dv_rl.
(2) Else if date (MM/YYYY) provided transcribe date to Storage item 2J – Most recent prior
release date and skip to COMP_INSTR_2F.
ASK IF S2Q5d_rl IS AFTER S2Q5d_ad:
S2Q5dv_rl. The release date you just gave me (Insert release date from S2Q5d_rl) is after your
readmission date of (Insert readmission date from S2Q5d_ad). Is this correct?
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q5d_rl) to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior release date and ask
COMP_INSTR_2F.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q5d_rl and S2Q5d_ad on screen. Allow interviewer
to make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe S2Q5d_ad to Storage item 2IMost recent prior admission date and S2Q5d_rl to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior release
date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Release
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q5d_rl
Readmission
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q5d_ad
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COMP_INSTR_2F.
(1) If Storage item 2B – Detention status=01 (Convicted, sentenced) or Storage item 2B –
Detention status=02 (Convicted, awaiting sentencing), or Storage item 2B – Detention
status=03 (No new conviction, prior sentence), skip to S3Q1a (Pretrial).
(2) Else if Storage item 2M – New tech violation sentenced offenses and Storage item 2N – New
tech violation conviction awaiting sentencing offenses and Storage item 2K – Prior sentenced
offenses are blank, D or R Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B –Detention status, and
skip to COMP_INSTR_5A.
(3) Else mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention status, skip to COMP_INSTR_5A.
SECTION C: CRIMINAL JUSTICE STATUS, NO NEW OFFENSES
COMPLETE IF S2Q1f=1-12 AND S2Q2a=2 (no new offense):
COMP_INSTR_2F1.
If S2Q1f=10 (bail/bond) or 11 (own recognizance) or 12 (other status) and no other value, Skip to
S2Q6f. Else ask S2Q6a.
ASK IF S2Q2a=2 AND S2Q1f=1-9:
Status other than pretrial only
S2Q6a. For what offenses were you on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f) when you were admitted to
jail? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q6A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q6a_1. ___________________________
S2Q6a_2. ___________________________
S2Q6a_3. ___________________________
S2Q6a_4. ___________________________
S2Q6a_5. ___________________________
Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2H-Most recent prior offenses and Storage item 2C-Current
arrest offenses.
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ASK IF S2Q2a=2 AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q6a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested or charged with (INSERT OFFENSES FROM
STORAGE ITEM 2H-MOST RECENT PRIOR OFFENSES, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSE FOR
WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)”)
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-orBLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: If date in S2Q6a_ar is before admission date in Storage item
2A-current admission date, transcribe date to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and 2Qprior arrest date and ask S2Q6a_ad.
Else ask S2Q6av_ar.
ONLY IF SI_2A DOES NOT CONTAIN A DATE: Transcribe date to Storage item 2D – Current arrest
date and 2Q-prior arrest date and ask S2Q6a_ad.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q6a_ar IS ON OR AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q6av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT DATE FROM S2Q6A_AR) FOR (INSERT OFFENSES
FROM STORAGE ITEM 2H, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT (“OFFENSE FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f) is on or after your admission date of (INSERT ADMISSION
DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2A)”). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Accept date and ask S2Q6a_ad.
(2)
NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q6a_ar and S2Q1a on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe arrest
date to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and Storage item 2Q – Prior arrest date
and transcribe date in S2Q1a to Storage item 2A – Current admission date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Prior arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q6a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q2a=2 AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q6a_ad. On what date were you first admitted to jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q6A, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1f)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or
(0) Never admitted
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
If S2Q6a_ad=0, Mark “0” in S2Q6a_rl, skip to S2Q6b. Else transcribe date to Storage item 2IMost recent prior admission date, continue with S2Q6a_rl
ASK IF S2Q6a_ad IS ASKED AND NOT 0:
S2Q6a_rl. On what date were you first released from jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q6A, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1f))?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER RELEASED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) Verify that the admission date in S2Q6a_ad is on or before the release date in S2Q6a_rl. If
not, ask S2Q6av_rl.
(2) Else if date (MM/YYYY) provided: Transcribe date to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior
release date and skip to S2Q6b.
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ASK IF S2Q6a_ad IS AFTER S2Q6a_rl:
S2Q6av_rl. The release date you just gave me (INSERT RELEASE DATE FROM S2Q6a_rl) is before your
readmission date of (INSERT READMISSION DATE FROM S2Q6a_ad). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q6a_rl) to Storage item 2J – Most recent prior release date and
ask S2Q6b.
(2) NO - Make corrections – display items S2Q6a_rl and S2Q6a_ad on screen. Allow interviewer
to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q6a_ad to storage
item 2I – Most recent prior admission date and S2Q6a_rl to storage item 2J – Most recent
prior release date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Release
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q6a_rl
Readmission
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q6a_ad
ASK IF S2Q2a=2 AND S2Q1f=1-9:
S2Q6b. Are you sentenced for any offenses for which you were on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)?
ENTER ONE
(1) YES
(2) NO - Skip to S2Q6d
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Sentenced
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S2Q6d
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
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ASK IF S2Q6b=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6a:
S2Q6c. For what offenses are you sentenced? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6a, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW
INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE SENTENCED.
S2Q6c_1. ___________________________
S2Q6c_2. ___________________________
S2Q6c_3. ___________________________
S2Q6c_4. ___________________________
S2Q6c_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses, and highest ranked to
Storage item 2O-Controlling offenses. Transcribe arrest date in S2Q6a_ar to Storage item 2PControlling arrest date and to Storage item 2Q-Prior arrest date
(2) Mark “03” (No new conviction, prior sentence) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(3) If number of offenses in S2Q6c=S2Q6a, Mark “2” in S2Q6d and skip to COMP_INSTR_2G.
ASK IF NUMBER OF OFFENSES IN S2Q6c IS LESS THAN S2Q6a OR IF S2Q6b=2,D,R:
S2Q6d. Are you convicted and awaiting sentencing for any offenses for which you were on (INSERT
RESPONSES FROM S2Q1F)? ENTER ONE
(1) YES
(2) NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_2G
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Convicted
BLIND D OR R -Skip to COMP_INSTR_2G
h_CONVICTED
The judgment of a court that the defendant is guilty of the offenses with which charged, based
on the verdict of a jury or judicial officers, or on the guilty pleas or a no contest plea of a
defendant.
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ASK IF S2Q6d=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6a:
S2Q6e. For what offenses are you convicted and awaiting sentencing? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6a THAT WERE NOT ALREADY SELECTED
IN S2Q6c, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE
CONVICTED.
S2Q6e_1. ___________________________
S2Q6e_2. ___________________________
S2Q6e_3. ___________________________
S2Q6e_4. ___________________________
S2Q6e_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
(1) Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2L-Prior conviction awaiting sentencing offenses.
(2) If S2Q6b=2 and S2Q6d=1, Mark “04” (No new conviction, prior conviction) in Storage item
2B-Detention status. Transcribe highest ranked to Storage item 2O-Controlling offenses.
COMP_INSTR_2G.
(1) If Storage item 2B-Detention Status=03 (No new conviction, prior sentence) or Storage item
2B- Detention status=04 (No new conviction, prior conviction awaiting sentencing). Skip to
S3Q1a (Pretrial)
(2) If S2Q6b=2 and S2Q6d=2, and offenses are listed in Storage item 2H-Most recent prior
offenses, Mark “05” (Unconvicted) in Storage item 2B-Detention Status, skip to
COMP_INSTR_5A.
(3) Else, Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention Status, skip to COMP_INSTR_5A.
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Pretrial status only
ASK IF [[S2Q2a=2] OR [S2Q2a=1 AND S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R]] AND (S2Q1f=10 or 11 or 12 AND
NO OTHER VALUE):
S2Q6f. For what offenses were you on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f) when you were admitted to
jail? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q6F=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q6f_1. ___________________________
S2Q6f_2. ___________________________
S2Q6f_3. ___________________________
S2Q6f_4. ___________________________
S2Q6f_5. ___________________________
Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C-Current arrest offenses and Storage item 2H-Most recent
prior offenses
ASK IF [[S2Q2a=2] OR [S2Q2a=1 AND S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R]] AND S2Q1f=10 or 11 or 12, AND
NO OTHER VALUE:
S2Q6f_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for or charged with the (INSERT OFFENSES FROM
STORAGE ITEM 2C-CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES) OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT (“OFFENSE FOR
WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: If date in S2Q6f_ar is before admission date in Storage item
2A-current admission date, transcribe date to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Storage
item 2Q-Prior arrest date, and ask S2Q6f_ad.
Else ask S2Q6fv_ar.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q6f_ar IS ON OR AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q6fv_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT DATE FROM S2Q6f_ar) FOR (INSERT OFFENSES
FROM STORAGE ITEM 2H, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSE FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON
(INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)”) is on or after your admission date of (INSERT ADMISSION
DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2A). Is this correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - Accept date and ask S2Q6f_ad.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q6f_ar and S2Q1a on screen. Allow interviewer to
make changes. After FR has made corrections, transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2DCurrent arrest date and Storage item 2Q-prior arrest date and transcribe date in S2Q1a to
Storage item 2A-Current admission date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Prior arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q6f_ar
ASK IF [[S2Q2a=2] OR [S2Q2a=1 AND S2Q2c=2,D,R AND S2Q2e=2,D,R]] AND S2Q1f=10 or 11 or 12, AND
NO OTHER VALUE:
S2Q6f_ad. On what date were you first admitted to jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q6F, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1F)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER ADMITTED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
If S2Q6f_ad=0, Mark “0” in S2Q6f_rl and skip to S2Q6g. Else transcribe date to Storage item
2I-Most recent prior admission date and continue with S2Q6f_rl.
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ASK IF S2Q6f_ad IS ASKED AND NOT 0:
S2Q6f_rl. On what date were you first released from jail or another facility for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM
S2Q6f, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ON (INSERT RESPONSES
FROM S2Q1f)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
-or(0) NEVER RELEASED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) Verify that the admission date in S2Q6f_ad is on or before the release date in S2Q6f_rl. If
not, ask S2Q6fv_rl.
(2) Else if date (MM/YYYY) provided: Transcribe date to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior
release date and skip to S2Q6g.
ASK IF S2Q6f_ad IS AFTER S2Q6f_rl:
S2Q6fv_rl. The release date you just gave me (INSERT RELEASE DATE FROM S2Q6f_rl) is before your
readmission date of (INSERT READMISSION DATE FROM S2Q6f_ad). Is this correct? ENTER
ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q6f_rl) to Storage item 2J-Most recent prior release date and ask
S2Q6g.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q6f_rl and S2Q6f_ad on screen. Allow interviewer
to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q6f_ad to Storage
item 2I – Most recent prior admission date and S2Q6f_rl to Storage item 2J – Most recent
prior release date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Release
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q6f_rl
Readmission
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q6f_ad
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ASK IF S2Q2a=2 AND S2Q1f=10 or 11 or 12, AND NO OTHER VALUE:
S2Q6g. Are you sentenced for any offenses for which you were on (INSERT RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S2Q6i
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Sentenced
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S2Q6i
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
ASK IF S2Q6g=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6f:
S2Q6h. For what offenses are you sentenced? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6f, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW
INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE CONVICTED.
S2Q6h_1. ___________________________
S2Q6h_2. ___________________________
S2Q6h_3. ___________________________
S2Q6h_4. ___________________________
S2Q6h_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R\
(1) Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2F-New sentenced offenses and highest ranked to
Storage item 2O-Controlling offenses. Transcribe arrest date in Storage item 2D to Storage
item 2P-Controlling arrest date.
(3) Mark “01” (Convicted, sentenced) in Storage item 2B-Detention status
(2) If number of offenses in S2Q6h=S2Q6f, Mark “02” in S2Q6i and Skip to COMP_INSTR_2H
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ASK IF NUMBER OF OFFENSES IN S2Q6h IS LESS THAN THOSE IN S2Q6f OR IF S2Q6g=2,D,R:
S2Q6i. Are you convicted and awaiting sentencing for any offenses for which you were on (INSERT
RESPONSES FROM S2Q1f)? ENTER ONE
(1) YES
(2) NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR _2H
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_Convicted
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR _2H
h_CONVICTED
The judgment of a court that the defendant is guilty of the offenses with which charged, based
on the verdict of a jury or judicial officers, or on the guilty pleas or a no contest plea of a
defendant.
ASK IF S2Q6i=1 AND ANY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6f:
S2Q6j. For what offenses are you convicted and awaiting sentencing? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES PROVIDED IN S2Q6f THAT WERE NOT ALREADY SELECTED IN
S2Q6h, ONE OFFENSE PER LINE, AND ALLOW INTERVIEWER TO SELECT WHICH WERE
CONVICTED.
S2Q6j_1. ___________________________
S2Q6j_2. ___________________________
S2Q6j_3. ___________________________
S2Q6j_4. ___________________________
S2Q6j_5. ___________________________
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R\
(1) Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2G-New Conviction awaiting sentencing offenses.
(2) If S2Q6g=2 and S2Q6i=1, Mark “02” (Convicted, awaiting sentencing) in Storage item
2B-Detention status and transcribe highest ranked in Storage item 2G to Storage item
2O-Controlling offenses.
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COMP_INSTR_2H.
(1) If Storage item 2B-Detention Status=01(Convicted, sentenced) and offenses are listed in
Storage item 2F-New sentenced offenses, Skip to S3Q1a (Pretrial).
(2) Else if Storage item 2B=02(Convicted, awaiting sentencing) and offenses are listed in Storage
item 2G-Convicted, awaiting sentencing offenses, Skip to S3Q1a (Pretrial).
(3) Else if S2Q6g=2 and S2Q6i=2 and offenses are listed in Storage item 2C-Current arrest
offenses, Mark “05” (Unconvicted) in Storage item 2B-Detention status and Skip to COMP
INSTR 4A
(4) Else, Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention status and Skip to COMP INSTR 4A
SECTION D: NOT ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE STATUS
ASK IF S2Q1f=13:
COMP_INSTR_2I.
Ask in priority order S2Q1d2=8, 9, 7, 2, 1, 4, 5, 6, or 95
If S2Q1d2=8, Ask S2Q7a - To serve a sentence in this jail
If S2Q1d2=2, Ask S2Q9a - To stand trial for an offense
If S2Q1d2=7, Ask S2Q8a - To await sentencing for an offense
If S2Q1d2=4, Ask S2Q10a - For safekeeping
If S2Q1d2=5, Ask S2Q11a - As a witness
If S2Q1d2=6, Ask S2Q12a - For contempt of court
If S2Q1d2=9, Ask S2Q13a - To await transfer to serve a sentence somewhere else
If S2Q1d2=1, Ask S2Q14a - To await arraignment
If S2Q1d2=95, Ask S2Q16a - For another reason
If S2Q1d2=3, D or R, Mark “06” No offense in Storage item 2B-Detention Status and skip to
COMP_INSTR_5A.
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=8:
To serve a sentence
S2Q7a. For what offenses are you serving a sentence? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q7A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q7a_1. ___________________________
S2Q7a_2. ___________________________
S2Q7a_3. ___________________________
S2Q7a_4. ___________________________
S2Q7a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “01” (New conviction, sentenced) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q7a_ar
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C – Current arrest offenses, Storage item 2F-New
sentenced offenses, and highest ranked to Storage Item 2O – Controlling Offense and
continue with S2Q7a_ar.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=8:
S2Q7a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested or charged with the ((INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2FNEW SENTENCED OFFENSES) OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT (“OFFENSE FOR WHICH YOU ARE
SERVING A SENTENCE”))?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q7a_ar is on or before the
admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q7av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Storage item 2PControlling arrest date and Skip to COMP_INSTR _2J.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q7a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q7av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q7A_AR) is after your
admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this
correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q7a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Storage
item 2P-Controlling arrest date and Skip to COMP_INSTR_2J.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q7a_ar on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a
to Storage item 2A – Current admission date and transcribe S2Q7a_ar to Storage item
2D – Current arrest date and Storage item 2P – Controlling arrest date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q7a_ar
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=7:
To await sentencing for an offense
S2Q8a. For what offenses are you awaiting sentencing? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q8A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO
LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF VERBATIM
IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q8a_1. ___________________________
S2Q8a_2. ___________________________
S2Q8a_3. ___________________________
S2Q8a_4. ___________________________
S2Q8a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “02” (convicted, awaiting sentencing) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q8a_ar
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C – Current arrest offenses and Storage item 2G –
New conviction, awaiting sentence, and highest ranked to Storage item 2O – Controlling
offense and continue with S2Q8a_ar.
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=7:
S2Q8a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested or charged with ((INSERT OFFENSES FROM
STORAGE ITEM S2Q8a) OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT (“OFFENSE FOR WHICH YOU ARE AWAITING
SENTENCING”))?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q8a_ar is on or before the
admission date in Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date. If not, ask S2Q8av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and Storage item 2P –
Controlling arrest date and Skip to COMP_INSTR_2K.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q8a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q8av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q8A_AR) is after your
admission date of (INSERT ADMISSION DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2A). Is this correct? ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES - transcribe date in (S2Q8a_ar) to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and Storage
item 2P – Controlling arrest date and Skip to COMP_INSTR_2K.
(2)
NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q8a_ar on screen. Allow interviewer
to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to Storage
item 2A – Current admission date and S2Q8a_ar to Storage item 2D – Current arrest
date and Storage item 2P – Controlling arrest date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q8a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=2:
To stand trial
S2Q9a. For what offenses are you to stand trial? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
INTERVIEWER: IF OFFENSE IS PAROLE VIOLATION, PROBATION VIOLATION, OR ESCAPE ONLY,
ENTER A, B, OR C INSTEAD OF ENTERING THAT INTO A TEXT FIELD. OTHERWISE, ENTER INTO THE
TEXT FIELDS, ONLY ONE OFFENSE PER LINE
(A)
Probation violation
(B)
Parole violation
(C)
Escape
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(95)
SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q9A=95 (SPECIFY OFFENSES) THEN PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING 5
TEXT FIELDS. IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES TO LIST OF
ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN CAPTURE
VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO
SPECIFY” IN SI_2C_VER.
S2Q9a_1. ___________________________
S2Q9a_2. ___________________________
S2Q9a_3. ___________________________
S2Q9a_4. ___________________________
S2Q9a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “05” (Unconvicted) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q9a_ar
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C-Current arrest offenses and continue with
S2Q9a_ar.
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=2:
S2Q9a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for (INSERT OFFENSES FROM S2Q9A, OR IF NO
OFFENSE INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU ARE TO STAND TRIAL”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q9a_ar is on or before the
admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q9av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D -Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q9a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q9av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q9a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this
correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q9a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q9a_ar on screen. Allow interviewer to
make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to Storage item 2A
– Most recent admission date and S2Q9a_ar to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q9a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=4:
For Safekeeping
S2Q10a. For what offenses were you arrested for or charged with when you were brought into this jail
for safekeeping? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(0) NONE/NO OFFENSE
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q10A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES
TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN
CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN
SI_2C_VER.
S2Q10a_1. ___________________________
S2Q10a_2. ___________________________
S2Q10a_3. ___________________________
S2Q10a_4. ___________________________
S2Q10a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q10a_ar
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C-Current arrest offenses and continue with
S2Q10a_ar.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=4:
S2Q10a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested or charged with (INSERT OFFENSES FROM
S2Q10A, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ARRESTED OR
CHARGED WHEN YOU WERE BROUGHT IN FOR SAFEKEEPING”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q10a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q10av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D -Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR_5A.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q10a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q10av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q10a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this correct?
ENTER ONE
(1) Yes - transcribe date in (S2Q10a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
(2) No - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q10a_ar on screen. Allow interviewer to
make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to Storage item 2A
– Most recent admission date and S2Q10a_ar to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and
Skip to COMP_INSTR-5A.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q10a_ar
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=5:
As a Witness
S2Q11a. For what offenses were you arrested or charged with when you were brought in to jail to be
held as a witness? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(0) NONE/NO OFFENSE
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q11A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES
TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN
CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN
SI_2C_VER.
S2Q11a_1. ___________________________
S2Q11a_2. ___________________________
S2Q11a_3. ___________________________
S2Q11a_4. ___________________________
S2Q11a_5. ___________________________
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(1) Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q11a_ar
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C-Current arrest offenses and continue with
S2Q11a_ar.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=5:
S2Q11a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested or charged with (INSERT OFFENSES FROM
S2Q11a, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ARRESTED OR
CHARGED WHEN YOU WERE BROUGHT IN AS A WITNESS”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q11a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q11av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D -Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q11a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q11av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q11a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this correct?
ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q11a_ar) to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and Skip to
skip to COMP_INSTR-5A.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q11a_ar on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a
to Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date and S2Q11a_ar to Storage item 2D –
Current arrest date. Skip to COMP_INSTR-5A.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q11a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=6:
For Contempt of Court
S2Q12a. For what offenses were you arrested or charged with when you were brought in to be held for
contempt of court? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(0) NONE/NO OFFENSE
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q12A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES
TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN
CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN
SI_2C_VER.
S2Q12a_1. ___________________________
S2Q12a_2. ___________________________
S2Q12a_3. ___________________________
S2Q12a_4. ___________________________
S2Q12a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B – Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q12a_ar.
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C – Current arrest offenses and continue with
S2Q12a_ar.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=6:
S2Q12a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested or charged with (INSERT OFFENSES FROM
S2Q12a, OR IF NO OFFENSES INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU WERE ARRESTED OR
CHARGED WHEN YOU WERE BROUGHT TO BE HELD FOR CONTEMPT OF COURT”?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q12a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date. If not, ask
S2Q11av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q12a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q12av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q12a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this
correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q12a_ar) to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and Skip to
skip to COMP_INSTR-5A.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q12a_ar on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a
to Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date and S2Q12a_ar to Storage item 2D –
Current arrest date. Skip to COMP_INSTR-5A.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q12a_ar
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=9:
To Serve a Sentence for Another Authority
S2Q13a. For what offenses are you to serve a sentence somewhere else? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(0) NONE/NO OFFENSE
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q13A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES
TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN
CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN
SI_2C_VER.
S2Q13a_1. ___________________________
S2Q13a_2. ___________________________
S2Q13a_3. ___________________________
S2Q13a_4. ___________________________
S2Q13a_5. ___________________________
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(1) Mark “01” (Convicted, sentenced) in Storage item 2B-Detention Status.
(2) If “0” or “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q13a_ar.
(3) Transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C-Current arrest offenses, Storage item 2F-New
sentenced offenses, highest ranked to Storage item 2O-Controlling offenses.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=9:
S2Q13a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for (INSERT OFFENSES FROM S2Q13A), OR IF NO
OFFENSES (INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU ARE TO SERVE A SENTENCE SOMEWHERE
ELSE”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q13a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q13av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D -Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-2J.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q13a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q13av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q13a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT ADMISSION DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2A). Is this correct?
ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q13a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and go to
COMP_INSTR-2J.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q10a_ar on screen. Allow interviewer
to make so changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to Storage
item 2A – Most recent admission date and S2Q13a_ar to Storage item 2D – Current arrest
date. Go to COMP_INSTR-2J.
COMP_INSTR_2J.
(1) If Storage item 2B-Detention status=01 (Convicted, sentenced) and offenses are listed in
Storage item 2F-New Sentenced offenses, skip to S3Q1a (pretrial).
(2) Else Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention Status and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q13a_ar
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ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=1:
To Await Arraignment
S2Q14a. For what offenses are you awaiting arraignment? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(0) NONE/NO OFFENSE
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q14A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES
TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN
CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN
SI_2C_VER.
S2Q14a_1. ___________________________
S2Q14a_2. ___________________________
S2Q14a_3. ___________________________
S2Q14a_4. ___________________________
S2Q14a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B – Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2A14a_ar.
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C – Current arrest offenses and continue with
S2Q14a_ar.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=1:
S2Q14a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for ((INSERT OFFENSES FROM S2Q14a), OR IF NO
OFFENSES (INSERT “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU ARE AWAITING ARRAIGNMENT”))?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q14a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A – Most recent admission date. If not, ask S2Q14av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date and skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
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ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q14a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q14av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q14a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT ADMISSION DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2A). Is this correct?
ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q14a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and Skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q14a_ar on screen. Allow
interviewer to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a
to Storage item 2A-Current admission date and S2Q14a_ar to Storage item 2D-Current
arrest date.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q14a_ar
COMP_INSTR_2K.
(1) If Storage item 2B-Detention status=02 (Convicted, awaiting sentencing) and offenses are
listed in Storage item 2C-Current arrest offense offenses, skip to S3Q1a (pretrial).
(2) Else Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention Status, and Skip to
COMP_INSTR_5A.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=95:
Another reason, specify
S2Q16a. For what offenses were you arrested or charged with when you were brought in for (INSERT
S2Q1d2_OTH)? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(0) NONE/NO OFFENSE
(95) SPECIFY OFFENSES
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: ENTER ONE OFFENSE PER LINE USING AUTOCOMPLETE
PROGRAMMER: IF S2Q16A=95, IMPLEMENT AUTOCOMPLETE FUNCTION LINKING RESPONSES
TO LIST OF ALL POSSIBLE OFFENSES. IF LINKED TO “OTHER/UNKNOWN OFFENSE” THEN
CAPTURE VERBATIM RESPONSE ON SEPARATE SCREEN AND STORE VERBATIM IN SI_2C_VER. IF
VERBATIM IS D OR R THEN STORE “THE OTHER OFFENSE YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO SPECIFY” IN
SI_2C_VER.
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S2Q16a_1. ___________________________
S2Q16a_2. ___________________________
S2Q16a_3. ___________________________
S2Q16a_4. ___________________________
S2Q16a_5. ___________________________
(1) Mark “06” (No offense) in Storage item 2B-Detention status.
(2) If “D” or “R” is marked, skip to S2Q16a_ar.
(3) Else transcribe offenses to Storage item 2C-Current arrest offenses and continue with
S2Q16a_ar.
ASK IF S2Q1f=13 AND S2Q1d2=95:
S2Q16a_ar. In what month and year were you arrested for (INSERT OFFENSES FROM S2Q16a, OR IF NO
OFFENSES “OFFENSES FOR WHICH YOU BROUGHT IN FOR (INSERT S2Q1d2_OTH)”)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE GIVEN, TAKE THE EARLIEST DATE
(1) ONLY IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE: Verify that the arrest date in S2Q16a_ar is on or before
the admission date in Storage item 2A-Current admission date. If not, ask S2Q16av_ar.
(2) Else transcribe arrest date to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
ASK IF SI_2A CONTAINS A DATE AND S2Q16a_ar IS AFTER STORAGE ITEM 2A:
S2Q16av_ar. The arrest date you just gave me (INSERT ARREST DATE FROM S2Q16a_ar) is after your
admission date of (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE). Is this
correct? ENTER ONE
(1) YES - transcribe date in (S2Q16a_ar) to Storage item 2D-Current arrest date and skip to
COMP_INSTR-5A.
(2) NO - Make corrections – Display items S2Q1a and S2Q16a_ar on screen. Allow interviewer
to make changes. After interviewer has made corrections, transcribe S2Q1a to Storage item
2A – Most recent admission date and S2Q16a_ar to Storage item 2D – Current arrest date.
Skip to COMP_INSTR-5A.
Screen example
I would like to verify a few items.
(CORRECT AS NECESSARY or "ENTER" TO CONTINUE)
Admission date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q1a
Arrest date
Month: _____ Year: ____ fill from S2Q16a_ar
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Section 3 – Pretrial Release and Trial
PROGRAMMER: IN SECTION 3, WHENEVER A QUESTION IS FILLED WITH STORAGE ITEM 2C, IF 2C IS
BLANK, FILL WITH “THE CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES” INSTEAD. WHENEVER A QUESTION IS FILLED WITH
STORAGE ITEM 2D, IF 2D IS BLANK, FILL WITH “THE MOST RECENT ARREST” INSTEAD.
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B – DETENTION STATUS = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
S3Q1a. When you were arrested or charged with (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST
OFFENSES), were you charged with a misdemeanor or a felony or both? ENTER ONE
(1)
Misdemeanor
(2)
Felony
(3)
Both misdemeanor and felony
(0)
Neither, terms not used in this jurisdiction
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B – DETENTION STATUS = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
S3Q1b. In your trial for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES) did you enter an
Alford plea, a no contest plea, a guilty plea, or did you plead not guilty? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
ALFORD PLEA
(2)
NO CONTEST PLEA
(3)
GUILTY PLEA
(4)
NOT GUILTY PLEA
(5)
OTHER - Specify ___________________ (S3Q1b_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_PLEA
BLIND D OR R
If S3Q1b=1, 2, 3, 5, d, r, ask S3Q1c. Else if only S3Q1b=4, go to S3Q1e.
h_PLEA.
Alford plea - A guilty plea to a charge by the defendant, despite his/her claim of innocence,
because the evidence of guilt is overwhelming. Usually the plea is to a charge less than the
original charge. The defendant agrees to plead guilty because he realizes that there is little
chance to win acquittal on the original charge because of the strong evidence of his guilt.
No contest plea - A defendant's formal answer in court to the charge(s) contained in a
complaint, information, or indictment, stating that he or she will not contest the charge(s), but
neither admits guilt nor claims innocence. Also referred to as a nolo contendere plea.
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Guilty plea - A defendant's formal answer in court to the charge(s) contained in a complaint,
information, or indictment, stating that he or she will not contest the charge(s) and admits that
he/she committed the offense(s) listed.
Not guilty plea - A defendant's formal answer in court to the charge(s) contained in a complaint,
information, or indictment, claiming that he or she did not commit the offense(s) listed.
ASK IF S3Q1b=1, 2, 3, 5, D, R:
S3Q1c. Before your trial for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES), did you reach an
agreement with a prosecutor to plead guilty to a lesser charge, fewer counts, or less time?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S3Q2a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S3Q2a
ASK IF S3Q1c=1:
S3Q1c1. Which of the following did you agree to plead guilty to? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
A lesser charge
(2)
Fewer counts
(3)
Less time
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S3Q1c=1:
S3Q1d. Did you plead to a misdemeanor or a felony or both? ENTER ONE
(1)
Misdemeanor
(2)
Felony
(3)
Both misdemeanor and felony
(0)
Neither, terms not used in this jurisdiction
BLIND D OR R
All skip to S3Q2a
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ASK IF S3Q1b=4 ONLY:
S3Q1e. Were you found guilty by a judge or a jury? ENTER ONE
(1)
JUDGE
(2)
JURY
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S3Q1b=4 ONLY:
S3Q1f. Were you found guilty of a misdemeanor or a felony or both? ENTER ONE
(1)
Misdemeanor
(2)
Felony
(3)
Both misdemeanor and felony
(0)
Neither, terms not used in this jurisdiction
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B – DETENTION STATUS = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
S3Q2a. Did you have a lawyer or public defender for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST
OFFENSES) charge(s)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES – Skip to S3Q2b
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S3Q2a=2, D, R:
S3Q2a1. Did you defend yourself? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
All skip to S3Q3a
ASK IF S3Q2a=1:
S3Q2b. KEEP PREVIOUS QUESTION (S3Q2a) ON SCREEN. Did you hire your own lawyer or was one
assigned by the court? ENTER ONE
(1)
Hired own lawyer
(2)
Assigned by the court
(3)
Both hired and assigned
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B – DETENTION STATUS = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
FILL_3B.
If S3Q1b=1 insert “before your Alford plea”
If S3Q1b=2 Insert “before your no contest plea”
If S3Q1b=3 insert “before you pled guilty”
If S3Q1b=4 insert “before your trial began”
If S3Q1b=5 or BLIND D OR R insert "before your trial began"
If S3Q1b=MULTIPLE RESPONSES insert “before your plea and/or trial began”
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B – DETENTION STATUS = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
S3Q2c. How many times did you talk to a lawyer about the charges (INSERT FILL_3B)?
____ NUMBER OF TIMES (Range 0-50)
PROGRAMMER: IF S3Q2c= (0) NONE - Skip to S3Q3a
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S3Q2c>0, D, R:
S3Q2d1. When did you FIRST talk to a lawyer about the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST
OFFENSES UNLESS NOT PROVIDED IN WHICH CASE USE “offenses”) on (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
2D – CURRENT ARREST DATE UNLESS NOT PROVIDED IN WHICH CASE USE “your most recent
arrest date”) -- within 24 hours of your arrest, within a week of your arrest, or more than a week
AFTER your arrest? ENTER ONE
(1)
WITHIN 24 HOURS OF YOUR ARREST - Skip to S3Q3a
(2)
WITHIN A WEEK OF YOUR ARREST - Skip to S3Q3a
(3)
MORE THAN A WEEK AFTER YOUR ARREST - Ask S3Q2d2 and keep S3Q2d1 on screen
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S3Q3a
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ASK IF S3Q2d1=3:
S3Q2d2. (PROGRAMMER: KEEP S3Q2D1 ON SCREEN) When you first talked to your lawyer, was it more
than a week before your trial, less than a week, about a week, or at your trial? ENTER ONE
(1)
MORE THAN A WEEK BEFORE TRIAL
(2)
LESS THAN A WEEK
(3)
ABOUT A WEEK
(4)
AT TRIAL
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B – DETENTION STATUS = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
S3Q3a. At any time after your arrest for the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2C – CURRENT ARREST OFFENSES)
charge(s) was bail or bond set? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Skip to S3Q3c
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S3Q3g
ASK IF S3Q3a=2:
S3Q3b. Why was bail or bond not set? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Released on own recognizance - Skip to S3Q3e1
(2)
Transferred to the custody of another authority – Skip to S3Q3g
(3)
Non-bail/bond offense - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(4)
Parole/probation revocation or pending revocation - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(5)
Other offense pending - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(95)
Other - Specify___________________S3Q3b_OTH - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
ASK IF S3Q3a=1:
S3Q3c. Were you released on bail or bond? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Skip to S3Q3e
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S3Q3e
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ASK IF S3Q3c=2:
S3Q3d. Why were you not released on bail or bond? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Could not afford - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(2)
Did not want to be released - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(3)
Bondsman not found - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(4)
Sentenced, ineligible for bail - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(5)
On parole/probation - Skip to S3Q3g
(6)
Bail/bond revoked - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(7)
Released some other way - Skip to S3Q3g
(8)
Held for other court or jurisdiction - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(95)
Other - Specify____________S3Q3d_OTH - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R - Skip to Comp_Instr_4A
ASK IF S3Q3c=1, D or R:
S3Q3e. While you were out on bail or bond release were you… ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Required to report to a probation/parole/pretrial officer,
(2)
Placed on electronic monitoring/house arrest,
(3)
Required to stay in the country or state,
(4)
Required to stay away from a specific area (e.g., schools),
(5)
Required to submit to drug testing,
(6)
Required to participate in any special education, counseling, or treatment program,
(7)
Required to maintain employment,
(8)
Required to surrender your vehicle,
(9)
Required to perform community service,
(10)
Required to stay away from the victim, or
(95)
Required to do anything else? - Specify__________ (S3Q3e_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(0)
NONE
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S3Q3b=1:
S3Q3e1. While you were out on your own recognizance were you … ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW
CARD)
(1)
Required to report to a probation/parole/pretrial officer,
(2)
Placed on electronic monitoring/house arrest,
(3)
Required to stay in the country or state,
(4)
Required to stay away from a specific area (e.g., schools),
(5)
Required to submit to drug testing,
(6)
Required to participate in any special education, counseling, or treatment program,
(7)
Required to maintain employment,
(8)
Required to surrender your vehicle,
(9)
Required to perform community service,
(10)
Required to stay away from the victim, or
(95)
Required to do anything else? - Specify__________ (S3Q3e1_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(0)
NONE
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S3Q3c=1 OR S3Q3b=1:
S3Q3f. How long were you out on (IF S3Q3c=1: INSERT “BAIL/BOND” OR IF S3Q3b=1: INSERT “ROR”)?
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-600, D)
ENTER WEEKS:
____ (Range 0-104, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-24, D)
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-10, D)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S3Q3a=D,R OR S3Q3b=1,2 OR S3Q3c=1 OR S3Q3d=5,7:
S3Q3g. Did you fail to appear for any scheduled court appearance? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4A
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ASK IF S3Q3g=1:
S3Q3g2. Why did you fail to appear for a scheduled court appearance? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Chose not to appear
(2)
Forgot to appear
(3)
Could not find transportation to court
(4)
Interfered with work or school
(5)
Interfered with family obligation
(6)
Medical reason
(95)
Other – Specify __________________________ (S3Q3g2_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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Section 4 – Current Sentence
COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 THROUGH 05:
COMP_INSTR_4A.
(1) If Storage item 2B=02, 04, 05, transcribe offense in Storage item 2O - Controlling Offense to
Storage item 4C – Final Controlling Offense and Skip to COMP_INSTR_5A (Incident
characteristics).
(2) If Storage item 2B – Detention Status=01 AND (STORAGE ITEM 2F or 2M IS FILLED) ask
S4Q1a. If Storage item 2B-Detention Status=03 ask S4Q9.
(4) If a date item is BLANK, and is referred to for a fill, use “your arrest date.”
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND (STORAGE ITEM 2F or 2M IS FILLED):
SECTION A: CURRENT SENTENCED OFFENSES: DETENTION STATUS=01
The following questions are about your current sentence to jail, prison, or another correctional facility
Sentenced to Incarceration
S4Q1a. Have you been sentenced to serve time in jail, prison, or another correctional facility for the
(INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2F – NEW SENTENCED OFFENSES OR STORAGE ITEM
2M – NEW SENTENCED TECHNICAL VIOLATIONS AND PROVIDE A SPACE FOR EACH TO BE
CHECKED) for which you were arrested on (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2P – CONTROLLING ARREST
DDATE)?
INTERVIEWER: SELECT ALL OFFENSES THAT HAVE BEEN SENTENCED
(1) YES
(2) NO
Offense
S4Q1a_1.
___
___________________________
S4Q1a_2.
___
___________________________
S4Q1a_3.
___
___________________________
S4Q1a_4.
___
___________________________
S4Q1a_5.
___
___________________________
BLIND D OR R
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COMP_INSTR_4B.
See number of Storage item 2F-New sentenced offenses checked sentenced to jail, prison, or
another correctional facility in S4Q1a.
(1) If more than one offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional facility Skip to S4Q2a
(2) If only ONE offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional facility - store
offense in Storage item 4C-Final Controlling offenses and continue with S4Q1b.
(3) If offenses are listed but not checked sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional
facility– Skip to S4Q3a (Probation sentences).
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=2:
Single Sentenced Offense
S4Q1b. How long is your sentence to jail, prison or another correctional facility for the (INSERT OFFENSE
FROM STORAGE ITEM 4C-FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? Include any time suspended by a
judge or court.
(1)
LIFE
(2)
LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3)
LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4)
DEATH
(5)
INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q1B=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELDS FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
INTERVIEWER: IF INMATE GIVES ONE NUMBER, ENTER IT UNDER MAXIMUM OR FLAT.
Minimum
Maximum or flat
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
____ (Range 0-90, D)
All skip to S4Q2b
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1:
Multiple Sentenced Offenses
S4Q2a. What is the total maximum sentence length for all the consecutive sentences you are serving for
(INSERT OFFENSES FROM S4Q1a)? Include any time suspended by a judge or court.
(1)
LIFE
(2)
LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3)
LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4)
DEATH
(5)
INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q2A=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELDS FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-100, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1:
S4Q2a1. Of the (INSERT OFFENSES FROM S4Q1a THAT ARE CHECKED FOR HAVING BEEN SENTENCED) for
which offense did you receive the longest sentence to jail, prison, or another correctional
facility?
(1) _____ SELECT OFFENSE THAT RECEIVED THE LONGEST SENTENCE (Range 1-5)
(0) _____ ALL HAVE THE SAME LENGTH
(6) _____ ONLY ONE SENTENCE RECEIVED
BLIND D OR R
If (1) is selected, Store the ONE offense selected from 1 -5 in S4Q1a in Storage item 4C – Final
Controlling Offense.
If (0 or 6) or BLIND D OR R is selected, store the highest ranked of offenses checked sentenced to
jail, prison or another facility from S4Q1a in Storage item 4C – Final Controlling Offense.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1:
S4Q2a2. How long is the sentence for the (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM 4C-FINAL
CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? Include any time suspended by a judge or court.
(1)
LIFE
(2)
LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3)
LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4)
DEATH
(5)
INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q2A2=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
INTERVIEWER: IF INMATE GIVES ONE NUMBER, ENTER IT UNDER MAXIMUM OR FLAT.
Minimum
Maximum or flat
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
_____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
_____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
_____ (Range 0-90, D)
ASK COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2:
S4Q2b. Did you receive an increase in (INSERT “YOUR SENTENCE” IF ONLY ONE OFFENSE IS CHECKED
SENTENCE TO JAIL, PRISON OR ANOTHER CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IN STORAGE ITEM 2F – NEW
SENTENCED OFFENSES; OR INSERT “ANY OF YOUR SENTENCES” IF MORE THAN ONE OFFENSES IS
CHECKED) because of… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q2b_1.
___
A firearms violation?
S4Q2b_2.
___
A second or third strike?
S4Q2b_3.
___
The type of drug offense?
S4Q2b_4.
___
A hate crime?
S4Q2b_5.
___
Gang involvement?
S4Q2b_6.
___
Past DWI/DUI offenses?
S4Q2b_95.
___
Other? Specify________ (S4Q2b_OTH)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2:
S4Q2c. When you were sentenced, was any part of your total sentence suspended by a judge or court?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S4Q2e
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S4Q2e
ASK IF S4Q2c=1:
S4Q2d. By how much was your sentence suspended?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-60, D)
ENTER MONTHS: ____ (Range 0-30, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
-or(1)
ALL OF IT
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2:
S4Q2e. Are you sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility as a juvenile, youthful offender
or an adult? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q2e_1. ___ Juvenile?
S4Q2e_2. ___ Youthful offender?
S4Q2e_3. ___ Adult?
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_YOUTH
h_YOUTH.
Youthful offender - A category, established by statute in some states, which has an age limit
above that for juveniles, whereby the person is not sentenced as an adult, and for which special
correctional commitments and special record sealing procedures are made available.
Juvenile - A youth, within the age established by Statute, who has been sentenced in a juvenile
court. Age limitations of "juveniles" vary among the states from 16 to 21 years of age, with the
most common upper limit being 18 years.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2:
S4Q2f. In what month and year were you sentenced?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R - Ask S4Q2g
Else Skip to S4Q3a
ASK IF S4Q2f=D, R:
S4Q2g. How old were you when you were sentenced?
____ YEARS OF AGE (Range 0-90)
Blind D or R
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND (STORAGE ITEM 2F or 2M IS FILLED):
Sentenced to Probation
S4Q3a. Have you been sentenced to any probation for the (INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2FNEW SENTENCED OFFENSES OR STORAGE ITEM 2M – NEW SENTENCED TECHNICAL VIOLATIONS
AND PROVIDE A PLACE FOR EACH TO BE CHECKED IN STORAGE ITEM 4A-PROBATION SENTENCE
FOR NEW OFFENSES)?
INTERVIEWER: SELECT ALL OFFENSES THAT HAVE BEEN SENTENCED
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q3a_1.
___
___________________________
S4Q3a_2.
___
___________________________
S4Q3a_3.
___
___________________________
S4Q3a_4.
___
___________________________
S4Q3a_5.
___
___________________________
BLIND D OR R
COMP_INSTR_4D.
See Storage item 4A-Probation sentences for new offenses
(1) If only ONE offense is checked yes sentenced to probation, continue with S4Q3b
(2) If more than one offense is checked yes sentenced to probation, Skip to S4Q3c
(3) If no offense is checked yes sentenced to probation, and at least one offense is checked yes
sentenced to jail/prison in S4Q1a, skip to S4Q4d
(4) If no offense is checked yes to sentenced probation and no offense is checked yes sentenced
to jail/prison in S4Q1a, skip to COMP_INSTR_4F
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D=1:
Single probation offense
S4Q3b. How long is your sentence to probation for the (INSERT OFFENSE CHECKED FROM STORAGE
ITEM 4A-PROBATION SENTENCE FOR NEW OFFENSES)?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-10, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
COMP_INSTR_4D1.
(1) If no offense from 2F is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in
S4Q1a, transcribe the 4A offense checked sentenced to probation in S4Q3a to Storage item
4C-Final Controlling offense and skip to S4Q4a.
(2) Else if 2F offenses are checked in S4Q1a, skip to S4Q4d.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D=2:
Multiple probation offenses
S4Q3c. What is the total maximum sentence for all of your consecutive sentences to probation for
(INSERT OFFENSE CHECKED FROM STORAGE ITEM 4A-PROBATION SENTENCE FOR NEW
OFFENSES)?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D=2:
S4Q3d. Of the (INSERT OFFENSES CHECKED FROM STORAGE ITEM 4A – PROBATION SENTENCE FOR NEW
OFFENSES) for which offense did you receive the longest sentence to probation? READ ALOUD
EACH OFFENSE
(1) _____ SELECT OFFENSE THAT RECEIVED THE LONGEST SENTENCE (Range 1-5)
(0) _____ ALL HAVE THE SAME LENGTH
(6) _____ ONLY ONE SENTENCE RECEIVED
BLIND D OR R
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COMP_INSTR_4D2.
Review responses to S4Q1a
(1) If no 2F offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in S4Q1a
and (1) is selected in S4Q3d, transcribe the ONE offense selected from 1-5 to Storage item
4C-Final Controlling offense. Ask S4Q4a.
(2) If no 2F offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in S4Q1a,
and (0, 6) or D or R is selected in S4Q3d, transcribe the highest ranked from offenses
checked sentenced to probation in Storage item 4A-probation sentence for new offenses to
Storage item 4C- Final Controlling offense. Ask S4Q4a.
(3) Else if any 2F offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in
S4Q1a, skip to S4Q4d
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D1=1 or COMP_INSTR_4D2=1 or 2:
S4Q4a. Are you sentenced to probation as a juvenile, youthful offender or an adult? ENTER ONE FOR
EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q4a_1.
___ Juvenile?
S4Q4a_2.
___ Youthful offender?
S4Q4a_3.
___ Adult?
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_YOUTH
h_YOUTH.
Youthful offender - A category, established by statute in some states, which has an age limit
above that for juveniles, whereby the person is not sentenced as an adult, and for which special
correctional commitments and special record sealing procedures are made available.
Juvenile - A youth, within the age established by Statute, who has been sentenced in a juvenile
court. Age limitations of "juveniles" vary among the states from 16 to 21 years of age, with the
most common upper limit being 18 years.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D1=1 or COMP_INSTR_4D2=1 or 2:
S4Q4b. In what month and year were you sentenced to probation?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R – ask S4Q4c
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ASK IF S4Q4B=D,R:
S4Q4c. How old were you when you were sentenced to probation?
____ YEARS OF AGE (Range 0-99)
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D1=1 or COMP_INSTR_4D2=1 or 2:
S4Q4c1. Did you receive an increase in (INSERT “YOUR SENTENCE” IF ONLY ONE OFFENSE IS CHECKED
SENTENCE TO JAIL, PRISON, OR ANOTHER CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IN STORAGE ITEM 2F-NEW
SENTENCED OFFENSES; OR INSERT “ANY OF YOUR SENTENCES” IF MORE THAN ONE OFFENSES IS
CHECKED) because of… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q4c1_1.
___
A firearms violation?
S4Q4c1_2.
___
A second or third strike?
S4Q4c1_3.
___
The type of drug offense?
S4Q4c1_4.
___
A hate crime?
S4Q4c1_5.
___
Gang involvement?
S4Q4c1_6.
___
Past DWI/DUI offenses?
S4Q4c1_7.
___
Other? Specify_________ (S4Q4c1_OTH)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4D1=1 or COMP_INSTR_4D2=1 or 2:
S4Q4c2. When you were sentenced to probation, was any part of your total sentence suspended by a
judge or court? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S4Q4d
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S4Q4d
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ASK IF S4Q4C2=1:
S4Q4c3. By how much was your sentence suspended?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-60, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-30, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
-OR(1) ALL OF IT
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2 OR COMP_INSTR_4D=1 or 2:
S4Q4d. Does your sentence to incarceration or probation include… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S4Q4d_1. Court costs or penalty assessment fees?
S4Q4d_2. Any fines?
S4Q4d_3. Financial restitution to the victim if there was one?
S4Q4d_95. Some other type of fee or payment? If S4Q4d_95=1, ask
S4Q4d_OTH
S4Q4d_OTH. [IF S4Q4d_95=1] Specify ______________________
Yes
1
1
1
1
No
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_SENTENCED
h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2 OR COMP_INSTR_4D=1 or 2:
S4Q4e. Does your sentence to incarceration or probation include – ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
S4Q4e_1. Community Service?
S4Q4e_2. Mandatory drug testing?
S4Q4e_3. Drug or alcohol treatment program?
S4Q4e_4. Register as a sex offender?
S4Q4e_5. Sex offenders treatment program?
S4Q4e_6. Psychiatric or psychological counseling or treatment?
S4Q4e_95. Any other special conditions or restrictions? If S4Q4e_95=1,
ask S4Q4e_OTH
S4Q4e_OTH. [IF S4Q4e_95=1] Specify ____________________
Yes
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
No
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_SENTENCED
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h_ SENTENCED.
A judge or jury has imposed penalties upon a person convicted of a crime. Penalties may include
imprisonment or payment of fines, or any of a number of alternatives to incarceration such as
probation, restitution, or supervised community release.
COMP_INSTR_4E.
(1) Check S4Q1a.
(2) Is “yes” checked for any offense? If yes, ask S4Q5a.
(3) Else, skip to COMP_INSTR_4F.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2:
S4Q5a. How much time in jail, prison, or another correctional facility have you already served on your
sentence? Include all time served in jail, prison, or another facility that counts toward your
sentence.
(0) Never admitted
(95) ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q5A=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4B=1 or 2:
S4Q5b. Will you serve (IF “0” INSERT “YOUR”; ELSE INSERT “THE TIME REMAINING ON THIS”)
sentence in this jail or will you spend any of the time somewhere else? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL IN THIS JAIL -Skip to COMP_INSTR_4F
(2)
SOME OR ALL OF THE TIME SOMEWHERE ELSE
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4F
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ASK IF S4Q5b=2:
S4Q5c. Where else will you serve time -- a state prison, federal prison, another local jail, a private
prison, community release facility, or another kind of facility? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
STATE PRISON
(2)
FEDERAL PRISON
(3)
LOCAL JAIL
(4)
PRIVATE PRISON
(5)
COMMUNITY RELEASE FACILITY
(95)
OTHER ___________________S4Q5c_OTH
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01:
COMP_INSTR_4F.
(1) Check Storage item 2K. If offenses are listed in storage item 2K - Most recent prior sentenced
offenses, continue with S4Q6.
(2) Else, Skip to COMP_INSTR_4L.
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND HAS ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K:
Section B: MOST RECENT PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES
SENTENCED TO INCARCERATION
S4Q6. Were you sentenced to serve time in jail, prison, or another correctional facility for the following
offenses for which you were arrested on (INSERT DATE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2Q – PRIOR
ARREST DATE)?
PROGRAMMER: Insert offenses from Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses and provide a
space for each to be checked
INTERVIEWER: SELECT ALL OFFENSES THAT HAVE BEEN SENTENCED
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q6_1.
___
___________________________
S4Q6_2.
___
___________________________
S4Q6_3.
___
___________________________
S4Q6_4.
___
___________________________
S4Q6_5.
___
___________________________
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND HAS ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K:
COMP_INSTR_4G.
See Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses
(1) If only ONE offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in
S4Q6, ask S4Q6a.
(2) If more than one offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in
S4Q6, Skip to S4Q6b.
(3) If no offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in S4Q6, skip
to S4Q7.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4G=1:
Single Sentenced Offense
S4Q6a. How long was the sentence to jail or another correctional facility for (INSERT ONE OFFENSE
CHECKED SENTENCED TO JAIL, PRISON, OR ANOTHER CORRECTIONAL FACILITY FROM STORAGE
ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES)? Include any time suspended by a judge or court.
(1)
LIFE
(2)
LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3)
LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4)
DEATH
(5)
INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q6A=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
INTERVIEWER: IF INMATE GIVES ONE NUMBER, ENTER IT UNDER MAXIMUM OR FLAT.
Minimum
Maximum or flat
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
_____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
_____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
_____ (Range 0-90, D)
All go to S4Q6c.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4G=2:
Multiple Sentenced Offenses
S4Q6b. What was the total maximum sentence length for all the consecutive sentences you were
serving for (INSERT OFFENSES CHECKED SENTENCED TO JAIL, PRISON, OR ANOTHER
CORRECTIONAL FACILITY FROM STORAGE ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES)? Include any
time suspended by a judge or court.
(1) LIFE
(2) LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3) LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4) DEATH
(5) INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95) ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q6B=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-100, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4G=1 or 2:
S4Q6c. Did you receive an increase in (INSERT “YOUR SENTENCE” IF ONE OFFENSE IS CHECKED IN
STORAGE ITEM 2K-PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES OR INSERT “ANY OF YOUR SENTENCES” IF
MORE THAN ONE OFFENSE IS CHECKED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K-PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES)
because of… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q6c1_1.
___
A firearms violation?
S4Q6c1_2.
___
A second or third strike?
S4Q6c1_3.
___
The type of drug offense?
S4Q6c1_4.
___
A hate crime?
S4Q6c1_5.
___
Gang involvement?
S4Q6c1_6.
___
Past DWI/DUI offenses?
S4Q6c1_7.
___
Other? Specify_________
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4G=1 or 2:
S4Q6d. Was any part of your total sentence suspended by a judge or court? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S4Q6f
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S4Q6f
ASK IF S4Q6d=1:
S4Q6e. By how much was your sentence suspended?
(1)
ALL OF IT
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q6E=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-60, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-30, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4G=1 or 2:
S4Q6f. Were you sentenced as a juvenile, youthful offender or an adult? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q6f_1. ___
Juvenile?
S4Q6f_2. ___
Youthful offender?
S4Q6f_3. ___
Adult?
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_YOUTH
h_YOUTH.
Youthful offender - A category, established by statute in some states, which has an age limit
above that for juveniles, whereby the person is not sentenced as an adult, and for which special
correctional commitments and special record sealing procedures are made available.
Juvenile - A youth, within the age established by Statute, who has been sentenced in a juvenile
court. Age limitations of "juveniles" vary among the states from 16 to 21 years of age, with the
most common upper limit being 18 years.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4G=1 or 2:
S4Q6g. In what month and year were you sentenced?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE DATE, TAKE THE FIRST DATE SENTENCED.
ASK IF S4Q6g=D,R:
S4Q6h. How old were you when you were sentenced?
____
YEARS OF AGE (Range 0-99)
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND HAS ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K:
Sentenced to Probation
S4Q7. Were you sentenced to any probation for the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED
OFFENSES AND PROVIDE A SPACE FOR EACH TO BE CHECKED IN STORAGE ITEM 4B – PROBATION
SENTENCE FOR PRIOR OFFENSES)?
INTERVIEWER: SELECT ALL OFFENSES THAT HAVE BEEN SENTENCED
(1) YES
(2) NO
S4Q7_a.
___
___________________________
S4Q7_b.
___
___________________________
S4Q7_c.
___
___________________________
S4Q7_d.
___
___________________________
S4Q7_e.
___
___________________________
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND HAS ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K:
COMP_INSTR_4H.
See Storage item 4B – Probation Sentences for prior offenses.
(1) If only ONE 4B offense is checked in S4Q7, continue with S4Q7a.
(2) If more than one 4B offense is checked in S4Q7, skip to S4Q7b.
(3) If no 4B offense is checked in S4Q7, skip to COMP_INSTR_4L.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4H=1:
S4Q7a. How long was your sentence to probation for the (INSERT OFFENSES CHECKED FROM STORAGE
ITEM 4B – PROBATION SENTENCES FOR PRIOR OFFENSES)?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
All skip to COMP_INSTR_4H1.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4H=2:
S4Q7b. What was the total maximum sentence for all of your consecutive sentences to probation for
(INSERT OFFENSES CHECKED FROM STORAGE ITEM 4B – PROBATION SENTENCES FOR PRIOR
OFFENSES)?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K:
COMP_INST_4H1.
Check S4Q6. Is “yes” checked for any offense?
(1) YES, ask S4Q8a.
(2) NO, Skip to COMP_INSTR_4L
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4H1=1 or COMP_INSTR_4G=1 or 2:
S4Q8a. How much time in jail, prison or another correctional facility have you already served on your
sentence for (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES)? Include all time served
in jail, prison, or another correctional facility that counts toward your sentence.
(0) NONE OF IT
(1) ALL OF IT
(95) ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q2A2=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER WEEKS:
____ (Range 0-30, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
All Skip to COMP_INSTR_4L
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=03 AND HAS ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K::
SECTION C: CURRENT SENTENCED OFFENSES: DETENTION STATUS=03
Sentence to Incarceration
S4Q9. Were you sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional facility for the following offenses for
which you were arrested on (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2Q – PRIOR ARREST DATE)?
PROGRAMMER: INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES
AND PROVIDE A SPACE FOR EACH TO BE CHECKED.
INTERVIEWER: SELECT ALL OFFENSES THAT HAVE BEEN SENTENCED
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q9_a.
___
___________________________
S4Q9_b.
___
___________________________
S4Q9_c.
___
___________________________
S4Q9_d.
___
___________________________
S4Q9_e.
___
___________________________
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=03:
COMP_INSTR_4I.
See Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses
(1) If more than one 2K offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional
facility in S4Q9 - ask S4Q9b.
(2) If only ONE 2K offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional facility in
S4Q9, transcribe to Storage item 4C-Final controlling offense and continue with S4Q9a.
(3) If no 2K offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional facility in S4Q9 –
Skip to S4Q10a - Probation sentences
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=2:
Single Sentenced Offense
S4Q9a. How long was the sentence to jail, prison, or another correctional facility for (STORAGE ITEM 4CFINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? Include any time suspended by a judge or court.
(1)
LIFE
(2)
LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3)
LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4)
DEATH
(5)
INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q9A=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
INTERVIEWER: IF INMATE GIVES ONE NUMBER, ENTER IT UNDER MAXIMUM OR FLAT.
Minimum
Maximum or flat
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
____ (Range 0-90, D)
All go to S4Q9c.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1:
Multiple Sentenced Offenses
S4Q9b. What was the total maximum sentence length for all the consecutive sentences you are serving
for (INSERT OFFENSES MARKED SENTENCED TO JAIL, PRISON, OR ANOTHER CORRECTIONAL
FACILITY FROM STORAGE ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES –I.E., THOSE MARKED YES IN
S4Q9)? Include any time suspended by a court or judge.
(1)
LIFE
(2)
LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3)
LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4)
DEATH
(5)
INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q9B=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-100, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1:
S4Q9b1. Of the (INSERT OFFENSES MARKED SENTENCED TO JAIL, PRISON, OR ANOTHER CORRECTIONAL
FACILITY FROM STORAGE ITEM 2K – PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES –I.E., THOSE MARKED YES IN
S4Q9), for which offense did you receive the longest sentence to jail, prison, or another
correctional facility? (READ ALOUD EACH OFFENSE)
(1) _____OFFENSE THAT RECEIVED THE LONGEST SENTENCE (Range 1-5)
(0) _____ ALL HAVE THE SAME LENGTH
(6) _____ ONLY ONE SENTENCE RECEIVED
BLIND D OR R
If (1) selected, store the ONE offense selected from Storage item 2K – Prior sentenced offenses in
Storage item 4C - Final Controlling offense.
If (0, 6) or D or R is selected, store the highest ranked checked from Storage item 2K – Prior
sentenced offenses in Storage item 4C – Final Controlling offense.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1:
S4Q9b2. How long was the sentence for (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL
CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? Include any time suspended by a judge or court.
(1) LIFE
(2) LIFE PLUS ADDITIONAL YEARS
(3) LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE
(4) DEATH
(5) INTERMITTENT (WEEKENDS/NIGHTS)
(95) ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q9B2=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
INTERVIEWER: IF INMATE GIVES ONE NUMBER, ENTER IT UNDER MAXIMUM OR FLAT
Minimum
Maximum or flat
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-50, D)
_____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
_____ (Range 0-99, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-90, D)
_____ (Range 0-90, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2:
S4Q9c. Did you receive an increase in (INSERT “YOUR SENTENCE” IF ONE OFFENSE IN STORAGE ITEM
2K-PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSE OR INSERT “ANY OF YOUR SENTENCES” IF MORE THAN ONE
OFFENSES IN STORAGE ITEM 2K-PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES) because of… ENTER ONE FOR
EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q9c_1.
___
A firearms violation?
S4Q9c_2.
___
A second or third strike?
S4Q9c_3.
___
The type of drug offense?
S4Q9c_4.
___
A hate crime?
S4Q9c_5.
___
Gang involvement?
S4Q9c_6.
___
Past DWI/DUI offenses?
S4Q9c_95.
___
Other? Specify_________ (S4Q9c_OTH)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2:
S4Q9d. When you were sentenced, was any part of your total sentence suspended by a judge or court?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S4Q9f
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S4Q9f
ASK IF S4Q9d=1:
S4Q9e. By how much was your sentence suspended by a judge or court?
(1) ALL OF IT
(95) ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q9E=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-60, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-30, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2:
S4Q9f. Are you sentenced to jail, prison, or another correctional facility as a juvenile, youthful offender
or an adult? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q9f_1. ___
Juvenile?
S4Q9f_2. ___
Youthful offender?
S4Q9f_3. ___
Adult?
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_YOUTH
h_YOUTH.
Youthful offender – A category, established by statute in some states, which has an age limit
above that for juveniles, whereby the person is not sentenced as an adult, and for which special
correctional commitments and special record sealing procedures are made available.
Juvenile – A youth, within the age established by Statute, who has been sentenced in a juvenile
court. Age limitations of “juveniles” vary among the states from 16 to 21 years of age, with the
most common upper limit being 18 years.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2:
S4Q9g. In what month and year were you sentenced?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range, 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range, 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R – Ask S4Q9h
ASK IF S4Q9g=D,R:
S4Q9h. How old were you when you were sentenced?
____ YEARS OF AGE
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=03 AND HAS ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2K:
SENTENCED TO PROBATION
S4Q10a. Were you sentenced to any probation for the (INSERT OFFENSES FROM STORAGE ITEM 2K –
PRIOR SENTENCED OFFENSES AND PROVIDE A SPACE FOR EACH TO BE CHECKED IN STORAGE
ITEM 4B PROBATION SENTENCES FOR PRIOR OFFENSES)?
INTERVIEWER: SELECT ALL OFFENSES THAT HAVE BEEN SENTENCED
(1) YES
(2) NO
S4Q10a_1.
____
___________________________
S4Q10a_2.
____
___________________________
S4Q10a_3.
____
___________________________
S4Q10a_4.
____
___________________________
S4Q10a_5.
____
___________________________
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=03:
COMP_INSTR_4K.
See Storage item 4B-Probation sentences for prior offenses.
(1) If only ONE 4B offense is checked sentenced to probation, continue with S4Q10b.
(2) If more than one 4B offense is checked sentenced to probation, Skip to S4Q10c.
(3) If no 4B offense is checked sentenced to probation – skip to S4Q12a.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4K=1:
Single Sentenced Probation Offense
S4Q10b. How long was your sentence to probation for the (INSERT OFFENSE CHECKED FROM STORAGE
ITEM 4B-PROBATION SENTENCES FOR PRIOR OFFENSES)?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: If no Storage Item 2K offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another
correctional facility in S4Q9, transcribe offenses in Storage item 4B-Probation sentences for prior
offenses to Storage item 4C-Controlling offense.
Check COMP_INSTR_4I:
IF COMP_INSTR_4I=3 go to S4Q11a.
IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2 GO TO S4Q11d.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4K=2:
Multiple Sentenced Probation Offenses
S4Q10c. What was the total maximum sentence for all of your consecutive sentences to probation for
(INSERT OFFENSE CHECKED FROM STORAGE ITEM 4B – PROBATION SENTENCES FOR PRIOR
OFFENSES)?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4K=2:
S4Q10d. Of the (INSERT OFFENSE CHECKED FROM STORAGE ITEM 4B – PROBATION SENTENCES FOR
PRIOR OFFENSES), for which offense did you receive the longest sentence to probation? (READ
ALOUD EACH OFFENSE)
PROGRAMMER: DISPLAY OFFENSES CHECKED FROM STORAGE ITEM 4B – PROBATION
SENTENCES FOR PRIOR OFFENSES BELOW.
(1) _____ OFFENSE THAT RECEIVED THE LONGEST SENTENCE (1-5)
(0) _____ ALL HAVE THE SAME LENGTH
(6) _____ ONLY ONE SENTENCE RECEIVED
BLIND D OR R
(1) If no 2K offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in S4Q9,
and (1) is selected in S4Q10d, transcribe the ONE offense selected from 1-5 to Storage item
4C- Final Controlling offense.
(2) If no 2K offense is checked sentenced to jail, prison or another correctional facility in S4Q9,
and (0,6) or D or R is selected S4Q10d, transcribe the highest ranked from offenses checked
in Storage item 4B-probation sentences for prior offenses to Storage item 4C- Final
Controlling offense.
Check S4Q9/COMP_INSTR_4I
Is “yes” checked for any offense?
(1) YES, skip to S4Q11d
(2) NO, go to S4Q11a
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=3:
S4Q11a. Are you sentenced for the (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING
OFFENSE) as a juvenile, youthful offender or an adult? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S4Q11a_1. ___ Juvenile?
S4Q11a_2. ___ Youthful offender?
S4Q11a_3. ___ Adult?
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_YOUTH
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h_YOUTH.
Youthful offender – A category, established by statute in some states, which has an age limit
above that for juveniles, whereby the person is not sentenced as an adult, and for which special
correctional commitments and special record sealing procedures are made available.
Juvenile – A youth, within the age established by Statute, who has been sentenced in a juvenile
court. Age limitations of “juveniles” vary among the states from 16 to 21 years of age, with the
most common upper limit being 18 years.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=3:
S4Q11b. In what month and year were you sentenced for the (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM
4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE)?
ENTER MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range, 1-12, D)
ENTER YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range, 2000-CURRENT YEAR, D)
BLIND D OR R – Ask S4Q11c
ASK IF S4Q11b=D,R:
S4Q11c. How old were you when you were sentenced?
____ YEARS OF AGE
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2 OR COMP_INST_4K=1 or 2:
S4Q11d. Does your sentence to incarceration or probation include – ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
S4Q11d_1. Court costs or penalty assessment fees?
S4Q11d_2. Any fines?
S4Q11d_3. Financial restitution to the victim if there was one?
S4Q11d_95. Some other type of fee or payment? If S4Q11d_95=1, ask
S4Q11d_OTH
S4Q11d_OTH. [IF S4Q11d_95=1] Specify _______________
Yes
1
1
1
1
No
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2 OR COMP_INST_4K=1 or 2:
S4Q11e. Does your sentence include – ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
S4Q11e_1. Community Service?
S4Q11e_2. Mandatory drug testing?
S4Q11e_3. Drug or alcohol treatment program?
S4Q11e_4 Register as a sex offender?
S4Q11e_5. Sex offenders treatment program?
S4Q11e_6. Psychiatric or psychological counseling or treatment?
S4Q11e_95. Any other special conditions or restrictions? If S4Q11e_95=1, ask
S4Q11e_OTH
S4Q11e_OTH. [ASK IF S4Q11e_95=1] Specify ______________________________
Yes
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
No
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
Check S4Q9/COMP_INSTR_4I
Is “yes” checked for any offense?
(1) Yes, ask S4Q12a
(2) No, skip to COMP_INSTR_5A
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_4I=1 or 2:
S4Q12a. How much time in jail, prison or another correctional facility have you already served on your
sentence? Include all time served in jail, prison, or another correctional facility that counts
toward your sentence.
(0)
NONE OF IT
(1)
ALL OF IT - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4L
(95)
ENTER NUMERIC SENTENCE
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF S4Q12A=95 THEN SHOW SCREEN WITH NUMERIC FIELD FOR SENTENCE AS
FOLLOWS.
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
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ASK IF S4Q12a DOES NOT EQUAL 1:
S4Q12b. Will you serve (IF “0” INSERT “YOUR”; ELSE INSERT “THE TIME REMAINING ON THIS”) sentence
in this jail or will you spend any of the time somewhere else? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL IN THIS JAIL - Skip to COMP_INSTR_4L
(2)
SOME OR ALL OF THE TIME SOMEWHERE ELSE
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5A
ASK IF S4Q12b =2:
S4Q12c. Where else will you serve time -- a state prison, federal prison, another local jail, a private
prison, community release facility, or another kind of facility? ENTER ONE
(1)
STATE PRISON
(2)
FEDERAL PRISON
(3)
LOCAL JAIL
(4)
PRIVATE PRISON
(5)
COMMUNITY RELEASE FACILITY
(6)
OTHER - Specify ___________________(S4Q12c_6sp)
BLIND D OR R
Technical Violations
COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01:
COMP_INSTR_4L.
(1) See Storage item 2M- New technical violation sentence. If offenses are listed, go to S4Q13a.
(2) Else go to COMP_INSTR_5A.
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2M:
S4Q13a. Was any time added to your jail, prison or another correctional facility sentence because of
your (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2M-NEW TECHNICAL VIOLATION SENTENCE)… ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S4Q13c
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S4Q13c
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ASK IF S4Q13a=1:
S4Q13b. How much time was added to your sentence?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B=01 AND ANY OFFENSES LISTED IN STORAGE ITEM 2M:
S4Q13c. Was any time added to your parole, probation or other community supervision sentence
because of your (INSERT OFFENSE FROM STORAGE ITEM 2M-NEW TECHNICAL VIOLATION
SENTENCE)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5A
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5A
ASK IF S4Q13c=1:
S4Q13d. How much time was added to your sentence?
ENTER YEARS:
____ (Range 0-3, D)
ENTER MONTHS:
____ (Range 0-36, D)
ENTER DAYS:
____ (Range 0-200, D)
BLIND D OR R
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Section 5 – Incident Characteristics
COMP_INSTR_5A.
Refer to Storage item 2B (Detention Status screen-storage area).
If 1 “Convicted and sentenced” or 2 “Convicted and not sentenced” or 3 “Convicted on Prior and
Sentenced” or 4 “convicted, no prior, unsentenced” are entered, continue with COMP_INTR_5B.
If 5 “Unconvicted” or 6 “No offense” are entered or if Storage Item 2B is blank, skip to S5Q18a.
COMPLETE IF STORAGE ITEM 2B = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
COMP_INSTR_5B.
(1) If offense in Storage Item 4C is categorized as “violent” - Mark 1 "Violent" in Storage item 5A
and skip to S5Q2a.
(2) If offense in Storage Item 4C is categorized as “property offense” - Mark 2 "Property offense"
in Storage item 5A and skip to S5Q16a
(3) If offense in Storage Item 4C is categorized as “drug offense” - Mark 3 "Drug offense" in
Storage item 5A and skip to FI_INSTR_5H
(4) If offense in Storage Item 4C is categorized as “public order offense” - Mark 4 "Public order
offense" in Storage item 5A and ask S5Q16a
(5) Else if offense in Storage Item 4c is not linked to a predetermined offense type then go to
S5Q1a
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_5B=5 (OFFENSE IN STORAGE ITEM 4C NOT LINKED TO OFFENSE TYPE):
S5Q1a. [PROGRAMMER: IF LITERAL CANNOT BE LINKED TO AN OFFENSE IN THE LOOKUP TABLE] Is the
(INSERT OTHER SPECIFY OFFENSE VERBATIM FROM SI_2C_VER) generally considered a… ENTER
ONE
(1)
Violent offense? Mark 1 “Violent offense” in Storage item 5A and ask S5Q2a
(2)
Property offense? Did you take, damage or handle someone's property, defraud them of
something of theirs, embezzle something of value, burglarize a building, or obtain
money or other financial gain by deceit? Mark 2 “Property offense” in Storage item 5A
and skip to S5Q16a
(3)
Violation of laws which could or did give you some financial gain, but not a violent or
drug offense? Mark 2 “Property offense in Storage item 5A and skip to S5Q16a
(4)
Drug offense? Mark 3 “Drug offense” in Storage item 5A and skip to FI_INSTR_5H
(5)
Public order offense? Did you obstruct justice, drive while intoxicated, public
drunkenness, engage in prostitution, or violate conditions of your parole or probation?
Mark 4 "Public order offense" in Storage item 5A and skip to S5Q16a
(D)
DON’T KNOW - Mark 5 in Storage item 5A and skip to S5Q16a
BLIND R – Skip to S5Q16a
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ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 5A=1 (VIOLENT):
SECTION A: VICTIMS OF VIOLENT CRIME
The next few questions are about the victim of the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING
OFFENSE) for which you are now serving time.
S5Q2a. Was there one victim of the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE) or
more than one? ENTER ONE
(1)
One victim
(2)
More than one victim - Skip to S5Q5a
(3)
No victim or victim was not a person - Skip to S5Q16a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S5Q16a
ASK IF S5Q2a=1:
S5Q3a. Was the victim someone you knew or a stranger you had never seen before? ENTER ONE
(1)
KNEW
(2)
STRANGER - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5F
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5F
ASK IF S5Q3a=1:
S5Q3b. How well did you know the victim - by sight only, casual acquaintance, or well known?
ENTER ONE
(1)
SIGHT ONLY - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5F
(2)
CASUAL ACQUAINTANCE
(3)
WELL KNOWN
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5F
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ASK IF S5Q3b=2 or 3:
S5Q3c. What was the victim’s relationship to you at the time of the crime? ENTER ONE
(1)
Spouse
(2)
Ex-spouse
(3)
Parent/step-parent
(4)
Own child
(5)
Stepchild
(6)
Brother/sister/stepbrother/stepsister
(94)
Other relative - Specify ____________ (S5Q3c_OTH1)
(7)
Boyfriend/girlfriend/dating partner/fiance(e)
(8)
Ex-boyfriend/ex-girlfriend/ex-dating partner/ex-fiance(e)
(9)
Friend/ex-friend
(10)
Roommate or boarder
(95)
Other non-relative - Specify ___________ (S5Q3c_OTH2)
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S5Q2a=1:
COMP_INSTR_5F.
Refer to Storage item 4C.
(1) If there is a match of literals with "rape", skip to S5Q4c.
(2) If there is a match of literals with "murder", "manslaughter", or "homicide", skip to S5Q4d.
(3) Else, go to FI_INSTR_5F.
COMPLETE IF COMP_INSTR_5F=3:
FI_INSTR_5F.
Classify this offense, (Insert offense in Storage item 4C), into one of the following:
(1) RAPE - Skip to S5Q4c
(2) MURDER/MANSLAUGHTER/HOMICIDE - Skip to S5Q4d
(3) OTHER VIOLENT OFFENSE - Ask S5Q4a
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ASK IF FI_INSTR_5F=3:
S5Q4a. Was this victim hurt or injured during the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING
OFFENSE)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q4d
BLIND D OR R - skip to S5Q4d
ASK IF S5Q4a=1:
S5Q4b. What were the injuries? Any other injuries? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Victim died
(2)
Knife or stab wound
(3)
Gun shot, bullet wounds
(4)
Broken bones
(5)
Teeth knocked out or chipped
(6)
Internal injuries
(7)
Knocked unconscious
(8)
Bruises, black eye, cuts, scratches, swelling
(95)
Some other injury - Specify ________________________ (S5Q4b_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
Skip to S5Q4d
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_5F=1 OR FI_INSTR_5F=1:
S5Q4c. During the rape, how else was the victim hurt? Any other injuries? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(SHOW CARD)
(1)
Knife or stab wound
(2)
Gun shot, bullet wounds
(3)
Broken bones
(4)
Teeth knocked out or chipped
(5)
Internal injuries
(6)
Knocked unconscious
(7)
Bruises, black eye, cuts, scratches, swelling
(95)
Some other injury - Specify ________________________________ (S5Q4c_OTH)
(8)
Not physically injured - Don't allow 1-7, 95 with a 8 entry.
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q2a=2:
More than One Victim
S5Q5a. How many persons were victims?
___ PERSONS (Range 2-20)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q2a=2:
S5Q5b. Were these persons victims of a single incident or more than one incident of the crime? ENTER
ONE
(1)
ONE INCIDENT
(2)
MULTIPLE INCIDENTS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q2a=2:
S5Q9a. Were any of the victims known to you or were they all strangers you had never seen before?
ENTER ONE
(1)
All known
(2)
Some known
(3)
All strangers - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5G
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5G
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ASK IF S5Q9a=1 or 2:
S5Q9b. How well did you know the victims - by sight only, casual acquaintance, or well known? ENTER
ONE
(1) SIGHT ONLY - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5G
(2) CASUAL ACQUAINTANCE
(3) WELL KNOWN
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_5G
ASK IF S5Q9b=2 or 3:
S5Q9c. At the time of the crime, what was your relationship to the victims (well-known persons and/or
the casual acquaintances)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Spouse
(2)
Ex-spouse
(3)
Parent/step-parent
(4)
Own child
(5)
Stepchild
(6)
Brother/sister/step-brother/step-sister
(94)
Other relative - Specify _______________________________ (S5Q9c_OTH1)
(7)
Boyfriend/girlfriend/dating partner/fiancé(e)
(8)
Ex-boyfriend/ex-girlfriend/ex-dating partner/ex-fiancé(e)
(9)
Friend/ex-friend
(10)
Roommate or boarder
(95)
Other non-relative - Specify ______________________________ (S5Q9c_OTH2)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S5Q2a=2:
COMP_INSTR_5G.
Refer to Storage item 4C.
(1) If there is a match of literals with "rape", skip to S5Q10c.
(2) If there is a match of literals with "murder", "manslaughter", or "homicide", skip to S5Q16a.
(3) Else, Skip to FI_INSTR_5G.
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FI_INSTR_5G.
Classify this offense, (Insert offense in Storage item 4C), into one of the following:
(1) RAPE - Skip to S5Q10c
(2) MURDER/MANSLAUGHTER/HOMICIDE - Skip to S5Q16a
(3) OTHER VIOLENT OFFENSE - Ask S5Q10a
ASK IF FI_INSTR_5G=3:
S5Q10a. Were any of the victims hurt or injured during the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL
CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q16a
Blind D or R - Skip to S5Q16a
ASK IF S5Q10a=1:
S5Q10b. What were the injuries? Any other injuries? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Victim died
(2)
Knife or stab wound
(3)
Gun shot, bullet wounds
(4)
Broken bones
(5)
Teeth knocked out, or chipped teeth
(6)
Internal injuries
(7)
Knocked unconscious
(8)
Bruises, black eye, cuts, scratches, swelling
(95)
Some other injury - Specify ________________________ (S5Q10b__OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
All skip to S5Q16a
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ASK IF COM_INSTR_5G=1 OR FI_INSTR_5G=1:
S5Q10c. During the rape, how else were the victims hurt? Any other injuries? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(SHOW CARD)
(1)
Knife or stab wound
(2)
Gun shot, bullet wounds
(3)
Broken bones
(4)
Teeth knocked out, or chipped teeth
(5)
Internal injuries
(6)
Knocked unconscious
(7)
Bruises, black eye, cuts, scratches, swelling
(95)
Some other injury - Specify________________________________ (S5Q10c_OTH)
(8)
Not physically injured - Don't allow 1-7,95 with a 8 entry.
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
All skip to S5Q16a
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 5A = 3 (DRUG):
Section C: Drug Offenders
FI_INSTR_5H.
Are any of the (Insert offense from Storage item 4C) “possession” of a drug?
(1)
YES - Ask S5Q13a
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q13a1
Do not allow D or R entries
DEFINE FILL_5A:
(1) If storage item 2B=01, use Fill=Storage item 2F-New sentenced offenses
(2) Else If storage item 2B=02, use Fill=Storage item 2G-New convicted, awaiting sentencing
offenses
(3) Else If storage item 2B=03, use Fill=Storage item 2K-Prior sentenced offenses
(4) Else If storage item 2B=04, use Fill=Storage item 2L-Prior convicted, awaiting sentencing
offenses
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ASK IF FI_INSTR_5H=1:
S5Q13a. You said that you were convicted for drug possession. Was that possession with intent to
distribute drugs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 5A = 3 (DRUG):
S5Q13a1. You said that you were convicted of (INSERT FILL_5A). What drugs were involved? Any others?
ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
INTERVIEWER: REFER TO HELP SCREEN FOR SLANG TERMS FOR DRUGS.
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_DRUGSLANG
h_DRUGSLANG.
Heroin
Drug:
Fentanyl
Methadone
Carfentanil
Oxycodone
Hydrocodone
Dilaudid
•
•
•
•
•
Street/Slang Terms:
H
• Black Tar
Smack
• Brown Sugar
Dope
• Brown Crystal
China White • Skunk
Junk
• Scag/Skag
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Apace
Dollies
Dolls
Gray death
TNT
Oxy
O
Ox
Hydro
Vikes
•
•
China Girl
Tootsie Roll
•
Apache
•
•
Oxycotton
Blue
•
•
•
•
Dust
D
•
•
Perks
Hydromorpho
ne
Juice
Smack
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Spanish Slang:
Heroina
• Cocofan
Bonita
• Cura
Brea
• Heroina
Caballo
• Hombre
Calbo
• La Buena
Carga
• Manteca
Carne
• Tecata
Chapopote
• Tigre
Chatarra
• Tigre Blanco
Chicle
• Vidrio
Chiva/Chieva
• Zoquete
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Drug:
Amphetamines
Barbiturates
•
•
•
Tranquilizers
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Street/Slang Terms:
Amped or
• Speed
Amps
• Upper
Pick me ups
Crystal
• Tweak
Meth
• Glass
Cristy
• Ice
Tina
• Meth
Crank
Disco
• Quaaludes
Biscuits
• Ludes
Scooby
Snacks
Downers
• Zanbars or
Xanbars
Xannies
• Bricks
Z-Bars
• Benzos
K
• Super C
Ket
• Jet
Special K
• Vs
Crack
• Yam
Rock
• Sleet
Base
• Candy
Kryptonite
Coke
• Snow
Blow
• White
Rock
• Line
Yayo
•
Methamphetamine
•
•
Methaqualone
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Angel dust
Ozone
X
E
Molly
Acid
L
Lucy
Tabs
Doses
•
Crack cocaine
Cocaine
PCP
Ecstasy
LSD or other
hallucinogens
•
•
•
•
Rocket fuel
Wack
Rolls
Candy
•
•
•
•
Shrooms
Caps
Mushies
Liberties
Spanish Slang:
•
Rosa
•
Cristina
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Patico
Piedra
Roca
Topo
Basuco
Blanca
Cabello
Dama Blanca
Esnortiar
Mujer
Niebla
Paz
Cristal
•
Acido
•
•
•
•
•
Nieve
Perico
Polvo Blanco
Talco
Yeyo
•
Polvo
DeAngel
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Drug:
Marijuana or
hashish
Synthetic marijuana
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Street/Slang Terms:
Weed
• Herb
Pot
• Mary Jane
Hashish
• Ganja
Green
• Dope
Bud
• Chronic
Grass
• Kush
Reefer
• Purple Haze
•
Spice
•
K2
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Spanish Slang:
Cartucho
• Loco Moto
Coliflor Tostao • Loco Weed
Cosa
• Mafu
Dona Juana
• Marimba
Dona Juanita
• Mota/Moto
Duros
• Pasto
Grifa
• Rubia
Juan Valdez
• Santa Marta
Juanita
• Sinse
• Yerba
Leno
(1)
Heroin or morphine
(2)
Synthetic opioids like fentanyl, methadone, and carfentanil
(3)
Other semi-synthetic opioids like oxycodone, hydrocodone, and dilaudid
(4)
Amphetamines (Uppers)
(5)
Methamphetamine
(6)
Methaqualone
(7)
Barbiturates (Downers)
(8)
Tranquilizers
(9)
Crack cocaine
(10)
Cocaine other than crack
(11)
PCP
(12)
Ecstasy
(13)
LSD or other hallucinogens
(14)
Marijuana or hashish
(94)
Other - Specify __________________________ (S5Q13a1_OTH1)
(95)
Other - Specify __________________________ (S5Q13a1_OTH2)
(96) NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF STORAGE ITEM 2B = 01, 02, 03, or 04:
Weapon Use during Controlling Offense
S5Q16a. Did you use a weapon or have a weapon in your possession when the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE) occurred? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q17a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S5Q17a
ASK IF S5Q16a=1:
S5Q16a1. How many weapons did you use or have in your possession when the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE) occurred? ENTER ONE
(1)
One
(2)
Two or more
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S5Q16a=1:
DEFINE WEAPONS_FILL:
If S5Q16a1 = 1 then WEAPONS_FILL = “kind of weapon was it”
If S5Q16a1 = 2, DK, REF then WEAPONS_FILL = “kinds of weapons were they”
ASK IF S5Q16a=1:
S5Q16b. What (INSERT WEAPONS_FILL)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Firearm - Ask S5Q16c
(2)
Toy or BB gun (include fake or replica guns) - Skip to S5Q16o
(3)
Knife - Skip to S5Q16o
(4)
Other sharp object (scissors, ice pick, ax, etc.) - Skip to S5Q16o
(5)
Blunt object (rock, club, blackjack, etc.) - Skip to S5Q16o
(95)
Another weapon – Specify __________________ (S5Q16b_OTH) - Skip to S5Q16o
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(h)
Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_FIREARM
BLIND D OR R- Skip to S5Q17a
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h_FIREARM.
Handguns include both pistols and revolvers. They are firearms held and fired with one hand.
Rifle is a firearm intended to be shot from the shoulder. It has a long barrel which shoots bullets.
Shotgun is a firearm intended to be shot from the shoulder with either a single- or double-barrel
for firing shot (a concentration of small pellets) at short ranges.
Toy gun or BB gun - A BB gun shoots a single pellet, using air rather than an explosive to propel
the pellet. Toy guns are not firearms.
DEFINE WEAPONTYPE_FILL:
IF S5Q16b = 1 THEN WEAPONTYPE_FILL = “firearm”
IF S5Q16b = 2 THEN WEAPONTYPE_FILL = “toy or bb gun”
IF S5Q16b = 3 THEN WEAPONTYPE_FILL = “knife”
IF S5Q16b = 4 THEN WEAPONTYPE_FILL = “sharp object”
IF S5Q16b = 5 THEN WEAPONTYPE_FILL = “blunt object”
IF SQ16b = 95 AND S5Q16B_OTH IS NOT EMPTY THEN WEAPONTYPE_FILL = open-ended
response from S5Q16b_OTH
ASK IF S5Q16b=1:
S5Q16c. How many firearms did you use or have in your possession when the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C
- FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE) occurred?
NUMBER OF FIREARMS: __________ (Range 1 – 99) – Skip to S5Q16e
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16c=D or R:
S5Q16d. Was it one or more than one firearm? ENTER ONE
(1)
ONE
(2)
MORE THAN ONE
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF S5Q16b=1:
DEFINE FIREARM_FILL1:
IF (S5Q16b=1 AND S5Q16c=1 OR S5Q16d = 1) THEN FIREARM_FILL1 = “type of firearm was it”
IF (S5Q16b = 1 AND S5Q16c 2+ OR S5Q16d=2) THEN FIREARM_FILL1 = “types of firearms were
they”
DEFINE FIREARM_FILL2:
IF (S5Q16b=1 AND S5Q16c=1 OR S5Q16d = 1) THEN FIREARM_FILL2 = “the firearm”
IF (S5Q16b = 1 AND S5Q16c = 2+ OR S5Q16d=2 = 2) THEN FIREARM_FILL2 = “any of the
firearms”
ASK IF S5Q16b=1:
S5Q16e. What (INSERT FIREARM_FILL1)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
A handgun?
(2)
A rifle?
(3)
A shotgun?
(95)
Some other type of firearm? Specify __________________ (S5Q16e_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(h)
Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_FIREARM
BLIND D OR R
h_FIREARM.
Handguns include both pistols and revolvers. They are firearms held and fired with one hand.
Rifle is a firearm intended to be shot from the shoulder. It has a long barrel which shoots bullets.
Shotgun is a firearm intended to be shot from the shoulder with either a single- or double-barrel for
firing shot (a concentration of small pellets) at short ranges.
Toy gun or BB gun - A BB gun shoots a single pellet, using air rather than an explosive to propel the
pellet. Toy guns are not firearms.
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DEFINE FIREARMTYPE_FILL:
IF ONLY S5Q16e = 1 THEN FIREARMTYPE_FILL = “handgun”
IF ONLY S5Q16e = 2 THEN FIREARMTYPE_FILL = “rifle”
IF ONLY S5Q16e = 3 THEN FIREARMTYPE_FILL = “shotgun”
IF ONLY S5Q16e_OTH ≠ Empty THEN FIREARMTYPE_FILL = verbatim from S5Q16e_OTH
IF ONLY S5Q16e = D OR R THEN FIREARMTYPE_FILL = “firearm”
IF MORE THAN ONE RESPONSE OPTION FROM S5Q16e IS SELECTED, INCLUDE ALL, SEPARATED BY
COMMAS – FOR EXAMPLE: “HANDGUN, RIFLE, SHOTGUN”
ASK IF S5Q16b=1:
S5Q16f. How did you obtain the firearm(s) that you used or had in your possession during the (INSERT
STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(Probe: Any others?)
(1)
Stole it
(2)
Rented it
(3)
Borrowed from or was holding for somebody
(4)
Traded something for it
(5)
Bought it
(6)
Someone bought it for me – Skip to S5Q16h
(7)
Someone gave it to me as a gift – Skip to S5Q16h
(8)
Found it/was at location where offense occurred – Skip to S5Q16j
(9)
Was brought by someone else – Skip to S5Q16j
(10)
Made it or built it myself – Skip to S5Q16j
(95)
Some other way – Specify_______________________ (S5Q16f__OTH) - Skip to S5Q16j
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S5Q16j
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ASK IF S5Q16f=1-5 AND NOT 6-10,95:
S5Q16g. Where did you obtain the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Gun shop or gun store, including stand alone gun shops or stores (e.g., Walmart, Bass
Pro Shop, etc.) selling firearms – Ask S5Q16g1
(2)
Pawn shop – Ask S5Q16g1
(3)
Flea market – Ask S5Q16g1
(4)
Gun show – Ask S5Q16g1
(5)
From the victim(s) – Skip to S5Q16j
(6)
From a family member – Skip to S5Q16j
(7)
From a friend– Skip to S5Q16j`
(8)
From a fence/black market source – Skip to S5Q16j
(9)
Off the street/from a drug dealer – Skip to S5Q16j
(10)
In a burglary– Skip to S5Q16j
(11)
Online/the Internet– Skip to S5Q16j
(95)
Some other place – Specify ______________________ (S5Q16g_OTH) – Skip to S5Q16j
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16g=1-4:
S5Q16g1. When you obtained the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL) was it from a licensed firearm dealer or a
private seller? ENTER ONE
(1)
LICENSED FIREARM DEALER
(2)
PRIVATE SELLER
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16f=5 AND S5Q16g=1-4:
S5Q16g2. Did you buy the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL) under your own name? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
(3)
NO PAPERWORK WAS REQUIRED
BLIND D OR R
INTERVIEWER: IF THE INMATE INDICATES THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE TO PROVIDE A NAME,
RECORD AS “NO PAPERWORK REQUIRED”
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ASK IF S5Q16f=5 AND S5Q16g=1-4:
S5Q16g3. Did the seller do a firearm purchase background check before selling you the gun? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16f=5 AND S5Q16g=1-4:
S5Q16g4. Did you buy the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL) directly or did someone else buy it for you?
ENTER ONE
(1)
INMATE BOUGHT
(2)
SOMEONE ELSE BOUGHT
BLIND D OR R
All skip to S5Q16j
ASK IF S5Q16f=6 or 7:
S5Q16h. Where did that person obtain the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL)? ENTER ONE (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Gun shop or gun store, including stand alone gun shops or stores (e.g., Walmart, Bass
Pro Shop, etc.) selling firearms
(2)
Pawn shop
(3)
Flea market
(4)
Gun show
(5)
From the victim(s)
(6)
From a family member
(7)
From a friend
(8)
From a fence/black market source
(9)
Off the street/from a drug dealer
(10)
In a burglary
(11)
Online/the internet
(95)
Some other place – Specify ___________________________ (S5Q16h_OTH)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S5Q16f=6 or 7:
S5Q16i. Why did someone obtain the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL) for you (IF S5Q16f = 7, ADD “AS A
GIFT”)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Could not travel to where the seller was
(2)
Not allowed because I am too young
(3)
Not allowed because of my criminal record
(4)
They could get it more quickly or easily
(5)
Did not want to be linked to firearm purchase
(95)
Other –Specify __________________________ (S5Q16i_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16b=1:
S5Q16j. Did you get the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE_FILL) because you were planning to carry, possess, or
use it during the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16b=1:
S5Q16k. Did you show or point (INSERT FIREARM_FILL2) at anyone during the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16b=1:
S5Q16l. Did you fire the (INSERT FIREARM_FILL2) during (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL
CONTROLLING OFFENSE)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S5Q16o
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S5Q16o
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ASK IF S5Q16l=1:
S5Q16m. Did you shoot anyone? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S5Q16o
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S5Q16o
ASK IF S5Q16m=1:
S5Q16n. Did anyone you shot die? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16b=1-5, 95:
S5Q16o. Now I would like you to think about all the weapons you carried, possessed or used when the
(INSERT STORAGE ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE) occurred. Did you use the (INSERT
WEAPONTYPE_FILL)...ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S5Q16o_1. To scare someone?
S5Q16o_2. To kill someone?
S5Q16o_3. To get away?
S5Q16o_4. To protect yourself?
S5Q16o_5. In any other way? If S5Q16o_5=1, ask S5Q16o_OTH
S5Q16o_OTH. [IF S5Q16o_OTH=1] Specify _________________
YES
1
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q16a=2, D or R OR IF S5Q16b=D,R:
Firearm Use during Any Offense
S5Q17a. Have you EVER used a firearm or had a firearm in your possession while committing a crime?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q18a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S5Q18a
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ASK IF S5Q17a=1:
S5Q17b. What firearm(s)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
A handgun,
(2)
A rifle,
(3)
A shotgun, or
(5)
Some other type of firearm? Specify___________ (S5Q17b_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
(h)
Help – DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_FIREARM
BLIND D OR R
h_FIREARM - Used for Items S5Q16b, S5Q16e, S5Q17b
Handguns include both pistols and revolvers. They are firearms held and fired with one hand.
Rifle is a firearm intended to be shot from the shoulder. It has a long barrel which shoots bullets.
Shotgun is a firearm intended to be shot from the shoulder with either a single- or double-barrel
for firing shot (a concentration of small pellets) at short ranges.
Toy gun or BB gun - A BB gun shoots a single pellet, using air rather than an explosive to propel
the pellet. Toy guns are not firearms.
DEFINE FIREARMTYPE2_FILL:
If S5Q17b = 1 THEN FIREARMTYPE2_FILL = “handgun”
If S5Q17b = 2 THEN FIREARMTYPE2_FILL = “rifle”
If S5Q17b = 3 THEN FIREARMTYPE2_FILL = “shotgun”
If S5Q17b_OTH ≠ Empty THEN FIREARMTYPE2_FILL = verbatim from S5Q16e_OTH
IF S5Q17b = D OR R THEN FIREARMTYPE_FILL = “firearm”
IF MORE THAN ONE RESPONSE TO S5Q17B SELECTED, THEN FIREARMTYPE2_FILL = “INCLUDE
ALL, SEPARATED BY COMMAS – FOR EXAMPLE: “HANDGUN, RIFLE, SHOTGUN”
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ASK IF S5Q17a=1:
S5Q17c. How did you obtain the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE2_FILL) that you used or had in your possession
while committing a crime? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD) (Probe: Any others?)
(1)
Stole it
(2)
Rented it
(3)
Borrowed from or was holding for somebody
(4)
Traded something for it
(5)
Bought it
(6)
Someone bought it for me – Skip to S5Q17i
(7)
Someone gave it to me as a gift – Skip to S5Q17i
(8)
Found it/was at location where offense occurred – Skip to S5Q17i
(9)
Was brought by someone else – Skip to S5Q17i
(95)
Some other way – Specify:_______________________ (S5Q17c_OTH) - Skip to S5Q17i
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R- Skip to S5Q17i
ASK IF S5Q17c=1-5:
S5Q17d. Where did you obtain the (INSERT FIREARMTYPE2_FILL)? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
Gun shop or gun store, including stand alone gun shops or stores (e.g., Walmart, Bass
Pro Shop, etc.) selling firearms
(2)
Pawn shop
(3)
Flea market
(4)
Gun show
(5)
From the victim(s)
(6)
From a family member
(7)
From a friend
(8)
From a fence/black market source
(9)
Off the street/from a drug dealer
(10)
In a burglary
(11)
Online/the Internet
(95)
Some other place –Specify ____________________________ (S5Q16g_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S5Q17a=1:
S5Q17i. Did you EVER fire the [FIREARMTYPE2] while committing a crime? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
SECTION E: ALL INMATES – POLICE CONTACT AT THE TIME OF ARREST
S5Q18a. The next few questions are about contact you may have had with police at the time of your
arrest on (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2P – CONTROLLING ARREST DATE) for (INSERT STORAGE
ITEM 4C – FINAL CONTROLLING OFFENSE).
At the time of your arrest, how many police officers were present?
(0)
None/not arrested - Skip to S6q1a
(81)
Voluntarily went in to police station - Skip to S6q1a
(82)
Incarcerated at time of arrest - Skip to S6Q1a
(95)
ENTER NUMBER OF POLICE OFFICERS
BLIND D OR R - Continue to S5Q18b
PROGRAMMER: IF S5Q18a=95 DISPLAY:
ENTER NUMBER OF POLICE OFFICERS: ____ (Range 1-20)
ASK IF S5Q18a=1-20, D or R:
S5Q18b. At the time of your arrest on (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2P – CONTROLLING ARREST DATE), did
the police officer(s) search you, frisk you, or pat you down? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S5Q18a=1-20, D or R:
S5Q18c. Did the police officer(s) find any of the following items on or near you? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Illegal weapons
(2)
Illegal drugs
(3)
Open containers of alcohol, such as beer or liquor
(4)
Stolen property
(5)
Other evidence of a crime - Specify ___________________ (S5Q18c_5_OTH)
(6)
NONE
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q18a=1-20, D or R:
S5Q18d. When you were arrested, were you handcuffed? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S5Q18a=1-20, D or R:
S5Q18e. (IF S5Q18d=1, DISPLAY “Aside from being handcuffed,”) Did the police officer(s) for any reason
use or threaten to use physical force against you, such as grabbing you or threatening to hit
you? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q18i
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S5Q18i
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ASK IF S5Q18e=1:
S5Q18f. At the time of your arrest did the police officer(s)… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
INTERVIEWER: READ EACH ITEM BELOW AND PAUSE FOR RESPONSE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S5Q18f_1.
___
Push or grab you?
S5Q18f_2.
___
Kick you or hit you with their hand or something held in their hand?
S5Q18f_3.
___
Unleash a police dog that bit you?
S5Q18f_4.
___
Spray you with a chemical or pepper spray?
S5Q18f_5.
___
Point a stun gun at you but not shoot?
S5Q18f_6.
___
Point a stun gun at you and shoot?
S5Q18f_7.
___
Point a firearm at you but not shoot?
S5Q18f_8.
___
Point a firearm at you and shoot?
S5Q18f_95.
___
Use some other form of physical force – Specify ______ (S5Q18f_OTH)?
BLIND D OR R
If all marked “2" D and or R, Go to S5Q18i; Else continue with S5Q18g
ASK IF ANY OF S5Q18f=1:
S5Q18g. Were you injured as a result of (INSERT RESPONSES TO S5Q18f)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S5Q18i
BLIND D OR R -Skip to S5Q18i
ASK IF S5Q18g=1:
S5Q18h. Did your injuries include… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
INTERVIEWER: READ EACH ITEM BELOW AND PAUSE FOR RESPONSE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S5Q18h_1. ___ Gunshot wound?
S5Q18h_2. ___ Broken bones or teeth knocked out?
S5Q18h_3. ___ Internal injuries?
S5Q18h_4. ___ Bruises, black eyes, cuts, scratches, sprains, or swelling
S5Q18h_5. ___ Any other injuries - Specify _______________ (S5Q18h_OTH)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S5Q18a=1-20, D or R:
S5Q18i. At any time during the arrest, did you INTERVIEWER: READ EACH ITEM BELOW AND PAUSE FOR RESPONSE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S5Q18i_1. ___ Argue with or disobey the police officer (s)?
S5Q18i_2. ___ Curse at, insult, or call the police officer(s) a name?
S5Q18i_3. ___ Say something threatening to the police officer(s)?
S5Q18i_4. ___ Resist being handcuffed or arrested?
S5Q18i_5. ___ Resist being searched or having the vehicle searched?
S5Q18i_6. ___ Try to escape by hiding, running away, or engaging in a high-speed chase?
S5Q18i_7. ___ Grab, hit, or fight with the police officer(s)?
S5Q18i_8. ___ Use a weapon to threaten the police officer(s)?
S5Q18i_9. ___ Use a weapon to assault the police officer(s)?
BLIND D OR R
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Section 6 – Criminal History
PROGRAMMER: IF AN OFFENSE ITEM IS BLANK, OR BLIND D OR R, AND IS REFERRED TO FOR A FILL, USE
“THE OFFENSE(S)” FOR FILLS IN ITEMS.
ASK ALL:
SECTION A: PRIOR ARRESTS AND CONVICTIONS
Arrests
These next questions are about your experience with crime and the juvenile and adult criminal justice
systems over your lifetime. When answering these questions, please think about your entire life and
include things that you may have already told me about.
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
FILL_6A.
If Storage item 2Q has a date insert “your arrest on (insert arrest date from Storage item 2QPrior arrest date”;
Else if Storage item 2Q is blank, insert “your arrest on (insert arrest date from Storage item 2DCurrent arrest date);
Else if Storage item 2D is also blank, insert “your most recent arrest”.
ASK ALL:
S6Q1a. Before (INSERT FILL_6A), how many times in your life have you been arrested for any offenses,
either as an adult or juvenile? Please include times when you may have been arrested but did
not go to court or were not convicted.
NUMBER OF TIMES: ______ (Range 0 – 999)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q1a =1-999, D OR R:
S6Q1b. How old were you the first time you were arrested for a crime, either as an adult or juvenile?
____ YEARS OF AGE (Range 0-99)
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
ASK IF S6Q1a =1-999, D OR R:
S6Q1c. Before (INSERT FILL_6A), had you ever been arrested for a violent offense? Violent offenses
include crimes like physical assault, robbery, manslaughter, murder, attempted murder,
extortion, stalking, sex offenses, or kidnapping. ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S6Q1a =1-999, D OR R:
S6Q1d. Before (INSERT FILL_6A), had you ever been arrested for a property offense? Property offenses
include crimes like burglary, larceny, theft, auto theft, bad checks, fraud, forgery, arson, or
possession of stolen goods. ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q1a =1-999, D OR R:
S6Q1e. Before (INSERT FILL_6A), had you ever been arrested for a drug offense? Drug offenses include
crimes like possessing, selling, trafficking, importing, smuggling, or manufacturing illegal drugs
or drug paraphernalia. ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q1a=1-999, D or R:
Probation
S6Q3a. Before (INSERT FILL_6A), how many times in your life have you been placed on probation by a
court, either as an adult or juvenile? Include any sentence by a court to both probation and a
correctional facility. (INCLUDE SHOCK PROBATION)
NUMBER OF TIMES: ______ (Range 0 – 999)
BLIND D OR R
If S6Q3a>0, mark “1” in Storage item 6C- Prior Probation
If 0, mark “2” in Storage Item 6c
If D or R, mark D or R in Storage Item 6c
All continue to S6Q4a
INTERVIEWER: INCLUDE BOTH JUVENILE AND ADULT PROBATION. PLEASE ONLY COUNT THOSE
TIMES WHEN YOU HAVE BEEN PLACED ON PROBATION IN THE PAST.
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ASK IF S6Q1a=1-999, D or R:
SECTION B: PRIOR INCARCERATIONS
Total number of incarcerations
FILL_6B
If Storage item 2I has a date insert “on (most recent prior admit date from Storage item 2IRecent admit date)”;
Else if Storage item 2I is blank, insert “on (insert recent admission date from Storage item 2ARecent admission date);
Else if Storage item 2A is also blank, insert “this time”.
S6Q4a. Before your admission (FILL_6B), had you ever been sentenced and served time in a jail, prison
or another correctional facility, either as an adult or juvenile? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO — Skip to S6Q10a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S6Q10a
COMP_INSTR_6C.
If (2), (D) or (R) entered in S6Q4a, mark “2,” “D” or “R” in Storage item 6B – Prior incarcerations
and skip to S6Q10a (Restraining order). If (1) entered in S6Q4a, mark “1” in Storage item 6B –
Prior incarcerations and continue with S6Q4a1_1.
ASK IF S6Q4a=1:
S6Q4a1_1. Did you serve time in a juvenile facility? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q4a=1:
S6Q4a1_2. Did you serve time in a county, city or, tribal jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S6Q4a=1:
S6Q4a1_3. Did you serve time in a State prison? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q4a=1:
S6Q4a1_4. Did you serve time in a Federal prison? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S6Q4a=1:
COMP_INSTR_6D.
If S6Q4a1_1 through S6Q4a1_4 =2, D or R, skip to S6Q10a. Else ask S6Q4b
ASK IF ANY OF S6Q4a1_1-4=1:
S6Q4b. When was the first time you were sentenced and served time in a correctional facility as an
adult or juvenile?
S6Q4b_1. MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1 – 12, blank)
S6Q4b_2. YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 1930 – CURRENT YEAR, blank)
BLIND D OR R – Ask S6Q4b1
ASK IF ANY OF S6Q4a1_1-4=1 AND IF S6Q4b_1=BLANK, D, R:
S6Q4b1. What time of year was it? Was it winter, spring, summer, or fall the first time you were
sentenced and served time in a correctional facility?
(1) WINTER
(2) SPRING
(3) SUMMER
(4) FALL
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S6Q4a1_2=1:
Local (County and City) and Tribal Jail
S6Q6a. Before your admission (FILL_6B), how many times had you ever been sentenced and served time
in a county, city, or tribal jail?
____ NUMBER OF TIMES (Range 1 – 20)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q6a=1-20:
S6Q6b. How old were you the first time you were sentenced and served time in a county, city, or tribal
jail to serve a sentence?
____ YEARS OF AGE (Range 0-99)
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
ASK IF S6Q4a1_3=1 or S6Q4a1_4=1:
State or Federal Prison
S6Q7a. Before your admissions (FILL_6B), how many times had you ever been sentenced and served
time in a State or Federal prison?
____ NUMBER OF TIMES (Range 1 – 20)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q7a=1-20:
S6Q7b. How old were you the first time you were sentenced and served time in a State or Federal
prison before your admissions (FILL_6B)?
____ YEARS OF AGE (Range 0-99)
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q4a1_3=1 or S6Q4a1_4=1:
SECTION C: PRIOR PAROLE
Parole
S6Q9a. Before your admission (FILL_6B), had you ever been placed on parole, either as a juvenile or an
adult, after serving time in a State or Federal prison? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Enter (1) "Yes" in Storage item 6F-Previous parole and ask S6Q9d.
(2)
NO - Enter (2), "No" in Storage item 6F-Previous parole and skip to S6Q10a
(Restraining order).
BLIND D OR R – Enter (D) or (R) in Storage item 6F-Previous parole and Skip to S6Q10a
(Restraining order).
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ASK IF S6Q9a=1:
S6Q9d. Before your admission (FILL_6B), had you ever been charged with violating the conditions of
your parole? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S6Q10a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S6Q10a
ASK IF S6Q9d=1:
S6Q9e. Before your admission (FILL_6B), had your parole ever been revoked or taken away? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S6Q10a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S6Q10a
ASK IF S6Q9e=1:
S6Q9f. What were the specific reasons that your parole was revoked or taken away? Any others? ENTER
ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Arrest/conviction for new offense
(2)
Positive test for drug use
(3)
Possession of drug(s)
(4)
Failure to report for drug testing
(5)
Failure to report for alcohol or drug treatment
(6)
Failure to report for other counseling
(7)
Failure to report to probation/parole officer/absconded
(8)
Left jurisdiction without permission
(9)
Failure to secure or maintain employment
(10)
Failure to pay fines, restitution, or other financial obligations (e.g., child support)
(11)
Maintained contacts with other known offenders
(12)
Possession of gun(s)
(13)
Failure to maintain approved housing/residence
(14)
Failure to meet other conditions of supervision
(95)
Other - Specify _______________________ (S6Q9f_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
SECTION D: RESTRAINING ORDER
S6Q10a. Have you ever been under a restraining order? Sometimes this kind of order is called a peace
bond, a protective order, a no contact order, or a domestic restraining order. ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to Section 7
BLIND D OR R – Skip to Section 7
ASK IF S6Q10a=1:
S6Q10b. Who was the person or persons who sought the restraining order or orders? SELECT ALL
(1)
Spouse
(2)
Ex-spouse
(3)
Parent/step-parent
(4)
Own child/stepchild
(5)
Brother/sister/step-brother/step-sister
(6)
Other relative
(7)
Boyfriend/girlfriend/dating partner/fiancé(e)
(8)
Ex-boyfriend/ex-girlfriend/ex-dating partner/ex- fiancé(e)
(9)
Friend/ex-friend
(10)
Roommate or boarder
(11)
Other non-relative
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S6Q10a=1:
S6Q10c. Have you ever been arrested or prosecuted for violating a restraining order? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S6Q10a=1:
S6Q10d. When you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), were you under a
restraining order? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to Section 7
BLIND D OR R – Skip to Section 7
ASK IF S6Q10d=1:
S6Q10e. When you were admitted (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), were you formally charged
with violating a restraining order? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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Section 7 – Socioeconomic Characteristics
ASK ALL:
S7Q1a. This group of questions concerns your education, employment, and income.
Before your admission (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION
DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), what was the highest grade of school
that you had attended? ENTER ONE
(0) NEVER ATTENDED OR ATTENDED KINDERGARTEN ONLY - Skip to S7Q1c
ELEMENTARY
HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE
(1) FIRST
(9) NINTH
(13) FRESHMAN
(2) SECOND
(10) TENTH
(14) SOPHOMORE
(3) THIRD
(11) ELEVENTH
(15) JUNIOR
(4) FOURTH
(12) TWELFTH
(16) SENIOR
(5) FIFTH
(6) SIXTH
GRADUATE SCHOOL
(7) SEVENTH
(17) ONE YEAR
(8) EIGHTH
(18) TWO OR MORE YEARS
19) ATTENDED SCHOOL IN ANOTHER COUNTRY/SYSTEM THAT IS NOT COMPARABLE – Skip to
S7Q1c
BLIND D OR R- Skip to S7Q1c
ASK IF S7Q1a=1-18:
S7Q1b. Did you complete that year? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_7A
COMPLETE IF S7Q1a=1-18:
COMP_INSTR_7A.
See items S7Q1a and S7Q1b.
(1) If completed less than 12th grade (S7Q1a=1-11) OR (S7Q1a=12 and S7Q1b=2, D or R) OR
S7Q1a=0,19,D or R, ask S7Q1c.
(2) If completed 12th grade or more (S7Q1a=12 and S7Q1b=1 OR S7Q1a=13-18), skip to S7Q1d.
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_7A=1:
S7Q1c. Do you have a GED, that is, a high school equivalency certificate? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Skip to S7Q1e
(2)
NO - Skip to S7Q2a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S7Q2a
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_7A=2:
S7Q1d. Did you receive a GED or a high school diploma for finishing high school? ENTER ONE
(1)
GED
(2)
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Skip to S7Q2a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S7Q2a
ASK IF S7Q1c=1 OR S7Q1d=1:
S7Q1e. Did you earn your GED while serving time in a prison, jail, or other correctional facility? ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S7Q2a. Before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”) were you free at least one
year? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES - Skip to S7Q3a
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_FREE
h_FREE.
Not incarcerated or jailed by any law enforcement agency (jail, detention center, prison,
reformatory, etc.).
If the inmate is on parole, probation, escape, bail, or other release, he/she is considered "free".
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ASK IF S7Q2a=2, D or R:
S7Q2b. How many months were you free before your admission to jail? ENTER ONE
NUMBER OF MONTHS: ___ (MM) (Range 1-11)
-or(0) LESS THAN 1 MONTH
BLIND D OR R
(h) Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_FREE
If S7Q2b=0, D or R, skip to S7Q4c, else ask S7Q3a
h_FREE.
Not incarcerated or jailed by any law enforcement agency (jail, detention center, prison,
reformatory, etc.). If the inmate is on parole, probation, escape, bail, or other release, he/she is
considered "free".
ASK IF S7Q2a=1 OR S7Q2b=1-11 (FREE AT LEAST A MONTH PRIOR TO INCARCERATION):
S7Q3a. Now I would like to ask you about jobs you may have worked before your incarceration.
Excluding any illegal activities, during the 30 days before admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT
STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY
“THIS TIME”), did you have a job or a business? Please only think about jobs or businesses you
worked at in the 30 days before you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”). ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S7Q4a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S7Q4a
ASK IF S7Q3a=1:
S7Q3a1. How many different jobs or businesses did you have? ENTER ONE
(1)
One
(2)
Two
(3)
Three
(4)
Four or more
(5)
NONE – Skip to S7Q4a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S7Q4a
INTERVIEWER: If S7Q3a1 = 5, CONFIRM ANSWER AND, IF IT REMAINS THE SAME, CHANGE
RESPONSE TO S7Q3a TO (2) NO.
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ASK IF S7Q3a1=1-4:
S7Q3b. Was this full-time, part-time, or work done occasionally? [ENTER ONE IF S7Q3a1=1 / ENTER ALL
THAT APPLY IF S7Q3a1=2-4]
(1)
FULL-TIME
(2)
PART-TIME
(3)
WORK DONE OCCASIONALLY
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q3a1=1-4:
S7Q3b1. What was your occupation then? (PROBE FOR SPECIFIC OCCUPATION)
SPECIFY: ______________________
BLIND D OR R
All skip to COMP_INSTR_7B
ASK IF S7Q3a=2, D or R OR S7Q3a1=5, D or R:
S7Q4a. In the 30 days before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST
RECENT ADMISSION DATE” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)) were you looking
for work? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES – Skip to S7Q4c
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R – Skip to 7Q4c
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ASK IF S7Q4a=2:
S7Q4b. What were the reasons you were not looking for work? Any other reasons? ENTER ALL THAT
APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
NO SUITABLE WORK AVAILABLE
(2)
COULDN'T FIND ANY WORK
(3)
LACK OF NECESSARY SCHOOLING, TRAINING, SKILLS, OR EXPERIENCE
(4)
MEDICAL CONDITION, ILL HEALTH, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY
(5)
EMOTIONAL OR MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEM
(6)
EMPLOYERS THOUGHT YOU WERE TOO YOUNG
(7)
EMPLOYERS THOUGHT YOU WERE TOO OLD
(8)
CRIMINAL RECORD WAS A HANDICAP
(9)
FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES OR COULDN'T ARRANGE CHILD CARE
(10)
ON WELFARE OR OTHER PUBLIC ASSISTANCE
(11)
IN SCHOOL/SPECIAL PROGRAM
(12)
DIDN'T NEED JOB
(13)
DIDN'T WANT JOB
(14)
ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES
(15)
ON DRUGS/ALCOHOL
(16)
RETIRED
(95)
SOME OTHER REASON - SPECIFY ___________________________________
(S7Q4B_OTH)
(00)
NO SPECIFIC REASON - If (00) is selected (1) - (95) cannot be selected - display error
message
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF (S7Q3a=2, D or R) OR (S7Q3a1=5, D or R) OR (S7Q2b=0,D or R)
S7Q4c. Excluding any illegal activities or work done while in jail or prison, in what month and year did
you last work at a job or business? Please only think about jobs or businesses you worked at for
at least two weeks back to back before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE
ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)?
MONTH:
____ (MM) (Range 1 – 12, blank)
YEAR:
____ (YYYY) (Range 1930 – CURRENT YEAR)
-or(0)
Never worked at all
(1)
Never worked two consecutive weeks (at least two weeks back to back)
BLIND D OR R
If precodes (0), (1), D, or R are selected, skip to COMP_INSTR_7B
Else go to S7Q4d.
ASK IF S7Q4c DOES NOT EQUAL 0, 1, D or R:
S7Q4d. Was this full time, part time, or occasional work? ENTER ONE
(1)
FULL TIME
(2)
PART TIME
(3)
OCCASIONAL
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_7B.
If S7Q2b=0, D or R skip to S7Q8a, else ask S7Q6a
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ASK IF S7Q2a=1 or S7Q2b=1-11 (FREE AT LEAST A MONTH PRIOR TO ADMISSION):
S7Q6a. Now I’m going to read you a list of places you may have lived during the 30 days prior to your
admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)”
IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”). At any time during those 30 days did you
live…ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S7Q6a1. In a house, apartment, or mobile home that you or your family
owned or rented?
S7Q6a2. In someone else’s house, apartment, or mobile home?
S7Q6a3. In transitional housing for former inmates, such as a halfway house?
S7Q6a4. In a residential treatment facility?
S7Q6a5. In a rooming house, hotel, or motel?
S7Q6a6. In a car, truck, or other motor vehicle?
S7Q6a7. In a homeless shelter, on the street, or in some outdoor location? –
Skip to S7Q6c
S7Q6a8. In a prison, jail, or some other type of correctional facility?
S7Q6a95. In some other place?
Yes
1
No
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q6a7=2, D, or R:
S7Q6b. In the (IF S7Q2b < 12 MONTHS, INSERT VALUE IN S7Q2b, ELSE INSERT 12) months before your
admission (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF
CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), had there been a time when you were homeless,
living on the street or in a shelter? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q6a8 = 2, D, or R:
S7Q6c. In the (IF S7Q2b < 12 MONTHS, INSERT VALUE IN S7Q2b, ELSE INSERT 12) months before your
admission (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF
CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), had you spent any time in a prison, jail, juvenile
or other correctional facility? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF S7Q2a=1 or S7Q2b=1-11 (FREE AT LEAST A MONTH PRIOR TO ADMISSION):
COMP_INSTR_7B1.
If S7Q6a 3, 4, 7, or 8=1 or S7Q6b=1, skip to S7Q8a.
ASK IF (S7Q2a=1 or S7Q2b=1-11) AND S7Q6a1, 2, 5, 6 or 95 = 1:
S7Q7a. Excluding yourself, how many people were you living with at the time of your admission to jail?
NUMBER OF PEOPLE: _____ (Range 0 – 15)
BLIND D OR R
If 0, D, or R, skip to S7Q8a.
ASK IF S7Q7a>0:
S7Q7e. And how were they related to you? Is that everyone? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
INMATE'S CHILD(REN)/STEPCHILD(REN) UNDER AGE 18
(2)
INMATE'S ADULT CHILD(REN)/STEPCHILD(REN)
(3)
SPOUSE
(4)
PARENT(S)/STEP-PARENT(S)
(5)
GRANDPARENT(S)
(6)
GRANDCHILD(REN)
(7)
BROTHER(S)/SISTER(S) OR STEPBROTHER(S)/STEPSISTER(S)
(8)
OTHER RELATIVE(S)
(9)
GIRLFRIEND
(10)
BOYFRIEND
(11)
CHILD(REN) UNDER AGE 18 UNRELATED TO INMATE
(12)
OTHER FRIEND(S)/NON-RELATIVE(S)
(13)
ROOMMATE OR BOARDER
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S7Q8a. Do you have any biological or legally adopted children? Do not include stepchildren unless they
are legally adopted. ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to COMP_INSTR_7F1
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_7F1
ASK IF S7Q8a=1:
S7Q8b. How many biological or legally adopted children do you have?
INTERVIEWER: Do not include stepchildren unless they are legally adopted.
NUMBER OF CHILDREN: ____ (Range 1 – 20)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q8b=1-20:
S7Q8c1. How old is your [first/second/third/etc.] child?
[LOOP THROUGH UNTIL ALL CHILDREN ARE REPORTED ON.]
INTERVIEWER: FOR MULTIPLE CHILDREN, ENCOURAGE RESPONDENT TO START WITH THE
OLDEST AND WORK DOWN FROM THERE. FOR CHILDREN UNDER AGE 1 CODE AS 0
AGE OF CHILD: ____ (Range 0 – 75)
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S7Q8b=1-20:
CALCULATED VARIABLE:
CREATE HASH_UNDER18
IF S7Q8C1 IS LESS THAN 18 OR IF ONLY ONE CHILD’S AGE IN S7Q8C1 IS LESS THAN 18, THEN
HASH_UNDER18=1
IF TWO CHILDREN’S AGES IN S7Q8C1 ARE LESS THAN 18, THEN HASH_UNDER18=2
IF THREE CHILDREN’S AGES IN S7Q8C1 ARE LESS THAN 18, THEN HASH_UNDER18=3
ETC…
IF 20 CHILDREN’S AGES IN S7Q8C1 ARE LESS THAN 18, THEN HASH_UNDER18=20
ELSE, HASH_UNDER18=0
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 OR MORE, ASK S7Q9a
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 0, SKIP TO S7Q10a.
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DEFINE HASH_UNDER18_FILL:
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 THEN HASH_UNDER18_FILL = EMPTY
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 2 – 20 THEN HASH_UNDER18_FILL = HASH_UNDER18
DEFINE CHILD_FILL1:
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 THEN CHILD_FILL1 = “CHILD WHO IS”
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 2 – 20 THEN CHILD_FILL1 = “CHILDREN WHO ARE”
DEFINE CHILD_FILL2:
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 THEN CHILD_FILL2 = “YOUR”
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 2 – 20 THEN CHILD_FILL2 = “ANY OF YOUR”
DEFINE CHILD_FILL3:
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 THEN CHILD_FILL3 = “CHILD WHO IS UNDER 18”
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 2 – 20 THEN CHILD_FILL3 = “CHILDREN WHO ARE UNDER 18”
DEFINE THIS_FILL1:
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 THEN THIS_FILL1 = “THIS”
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 2 – 20 THEN THIS_FILL1 = “ANY OF THESE”
DEFINE THIS_FILL2:
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1 THEN THIS_FILL2 = “THIS”
IF HASH_UNDER18 = 2 – 20 THEN THIS_FILL2 = “THESE”
ASK IF HASH_UNDER18 = 1-20:
S7Q9a. Were you living with (INSERT THIS-FILL1) (INSERT #UNDER18_FILL) (INSERT CHILD_FILL3) just
before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)? ENTER ONE
INTERVIEWER: IF NEEDED, REMIND INMATE THAT THIS QUESTION IS ASKING ABOUT JUST
BEFORE THEY WERE ADMITTED to JAIL.
(1)
YES - Ask S7Q9b IF HASH_UNDER18 > 1, Else go to S7Q9d
(2)
NO - Skip to S7Q10a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S7Q10a
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ASK IF S7Q9a=1 AND HASH_UNDER18>1:
S7Q9b. How many of these (INSERT HASH_UNDER18_FILL) children were you living with just before your
admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)”
IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)?
INTERVIEWER: IF NEEDED, REMIND INMATE THAT THIS QUESTION IS ASKING ABOUT JUST
BEFORE THEY WERE ADMITTED. THIS DATE IS REFERRED TO AS ADMITTANCE DATE
THROUGHOUT THE SURVEY.
NUMBER: ____ (Range 1 – HASH_UNDER18)
BLIND D OR R
If S7Q9b > 1, ask S7Q9c
If S7Q9b = 1, D, or R, skip to S7Q9d
COMPLETE IF S7Q9b=1 or >1:
DEFINE CHILD_FILL4:
IF S7Q9a=1 OR S7Q9b = 1 THEN CHILD_FILL4 = “child”
IF S7Q9b = 2 OR MORE THEN CHILD_FILL4 = “children”
CREATE HASH_S7Q9b:
HASH_S7Q9b= S7Q8b Value – S7Q9b Value
DEFINE CHILD_FILL5:
IF HASH_S7Q9b = 1 THEN CHILD_FILL5 = “child that was”
IF HASH_S7Q9b = 2 OR MORE THEN CHILD_FILL5 = “children that were”
DEFINE IS_FILL:
IF S7Q9a=1 OR S7Q9b = 1 THEN IS_FILL = “is”
IF S7Q9b = 2 OR MORE THEN IS_FILL = “are”
ASK IF S7Q9b>1:
S7Q9c. How many of those (FILL WITH VALUE FROM S7Q9b) children that you lived with are currently
living together?
NUMBER: ____ (Range 0, 2 – S7Q9b VALUE)
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S7Q9a=1 OR S7Q9b=1 or >1, D or R:
S7Q9d. Who (INSERT IS_FILL) the (INSERT VALUE FROM S7Q9b IF >1) (INSERT CHILD_FILL4) you were
living with just before your admission to jail living with now? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
INTERVIEWER: IF NEEDED, REMIND INMATE THAT THIS QUESTION IS ASKING ABOUT JUST
BEFORE THEY WERE ADMITTED TO JAIL. THIS DATE IS REFERRED TO AS THE ADMISSION DATE
THROUGHOUT THE SURVEY.
(1)
Child’s mother / father (including step parents)
(2)
Child’s grandmother
(3)
Child’s grandfather
(4)
Other relatives
(5)
Your boyfriend / girlfriend / partner
(6)
Your friends
(7)
Friends of the child(ren)
(8)
Foster parent(s)/foster home
(9)
Incarcerated
(10)
Agency or institution (including mental health facility, group home, residential
treatment facility)
(11)
Child lives on own (includes school/college, military, monastery etc.)
(95)
Someone else – Specify: ____________ (S7Q9D_OTH)
(12)
Deceased
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S7Q8b=1-20:
DEFINE CHILD_FILL6:
IF S7Q8b=1 THEN CHILD_FILL6 = “child”
IF S7Q8b = 2-20 THEN CHILD_FILL6 = “children”
S7Q10a. Since your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), about how often have you
made or received calls from your biological or legally adopted (INSERT CHILD_FILL6)? Would you
say daily or almost daily, at least once a week, at least once a month, less than once a month, or
never? ENTER ONE
(1)
DAILY OR ALMOST DAILY
(2)
AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK
(3)
AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH
(4)
LESS THAN ONCE A MONTH
(5)
NEVER
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q8b=1-20:
S7Q10b. And how often have you sent or received mail or email from your (INSERT CHILD_FILL6)? ENTER
ONE
(1)
Daily or almost daily,
(2)
At least once a week,
(3)
At least once a month,
(4)
Less than once a month, or
(5)
Never
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q8b=1-20:
S7Q10c. And how often have you been personally visited by your (INSERT CHILD FIILL_6)? ENTER ONE
(1)
Daily or almost daily,
(2)
At least once a week,
(3)
At least once a month,
(4)
Less than once a month, or
(5)
Never
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF HASH_UNDER18=1-20:
S7Q10d. Sometimes people have a legal agreement through a court or a child support agency that
specifies how much money a person has to pay for child support. At the time of your admission
to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF
CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), did you have a legal agreement to pay child
support for any of your biological or legally adopted children who were under the age of 18?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_7F1
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_7F1
ASK IF S7Q10d=1:
S7Q10e. Do you owe any back child support? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_7F1.
If S7Q2b = 0 OR D OR R, skip to S7Q11g. Else ask S7Q11a
ASK IF S7Q2a=1 or S7Q2b=1-11 (FREE AT LEAST A MONTH PRIOR TO ADMISSION):
S7Q11a. In the 30 days before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST
RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), did you receive
any income from… ENTER ONE FOR EACH (SHOW CARD)
S7Q11a_1. Wages, salary, commissions, bonuses, or tips from a job? Please
do not include money earned from any illegal activities.
S7Q11a_2. Self-employment from your own business or farm?
S7Q11a_3. Social Security or Railroad Retirement?
S7Q11a_4. Supplemental Security Income or SSI?
S7Q11a_5. Any public assistance or welfare payments from the state or local
welfare office?
S7Q11a_6. Retirement, survivor, or disability pensions?
S7Q11a_7. Veteran’s Administration payments?
S7Q11a_8. Unemployment compensation?
S7Q11a_9. Child support or alimony?
S7Q11a_10. Disability benefits?
S7Q11a_11. Illegal activities such as theft or drug sales?
S7Q11a_95. Any other source of income?
Yes
1
No
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF S7Q2a=1 or S7Q2b=1-11 (FREE AT LEAST A MONTH PRIOR TO ADMISSION):
COMP_INSTR_7G.
(1) If at least one category in S7Q11a = 1, ask S7Q11b
(2) Else skip to S7Q11f
ASK IF ANY OF S7Q11a_1-11, _95=1:
S7Q11b. Think about all of the income you received during the 30 days before your admission to jail
(DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A
DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), including from any illegal activities. ENTER ONE (SHOW CARD)
Would you say the income you received in those 30 days was...
(1)
Less than $200,
(2)
$200 - $599,
(3)
$600 - $999,
(4)
$1000 -$1999,
(5)
$2000 - $4999, or
(6)
$5000 or more?
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF ANY OF S7Q11a_1-11, _95=1 AND S7Q7a=1-15:
S7Q11b1. Was your income in those 30 days at least half of the financial support for the household?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S7Q11a_11=1:
S7Q11c. How much of your total income during those 30 days came from illegal activity? Would you
say… ENTER ONE
(1)
All of it,
(2)
Most of it,
(3)
Some of it, or
(4)
Just a little of it?
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF S7Q2a=1 or S7Q2b=1-11 (FREE AT LEAST A MONTH PRIOR TO ADMISSION):
S7Q11f. During the 30 days before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A –
MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), were you
covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? ENTER ONE
FOR EACH
INTERVIEWER: IF NEEDED, REMIND INMATE THAT THIS QUESTION IS ASKING ABOUT THE
30 DAYS BEFORE THEY WERE ADMITTED.
YES
S7Q11f_1. Insurance through a current employer or union of yours or
1
another family member?
S7Q11f_2. Insurance purchased directly from an insurance company by you
1
or another family member?
S7Q11f_3. Medicare, for people 65 and older, or people with certain
1
disabilities?
S7Q11f_4. Medicaid, Medical Assistance, or any kind of government1
assistance plan for those with low incomes or a disability?
S7Q11f_5. TRICARE or other military health care?
1
S7Q11f_6. VA? Please answer yes if you have ever used or enrolled in VA
1
healthcare.
S7Q11f_7. Indian Health Service?
1
S7Q11f_95. Any other type of health insurance or health coverage plan? If
1
S7Q11f_95=1, ask S7Q11f_OTH
S7Q11f_OTH. [ASK IF S7Q11f_OTH] Specify: ________________________________
NO
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S7Q11g. After you are released from jail, do you expect to be eligible for any health care benefits from
the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or VA such as treatment for physical or mental health
problems or treatment for drug or alcohol use? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S7Q12a. When you were growing up, who did you live with most of the time? ENTER ONE
INTERVIEWER: IF MORE THAN ONE RELATIVE, SELECT CLOSEST BLOOD RELATIVE ONLY
(1)
Both parents (of which one could be a step-parent)
(2)
Mother
(3)
Father
(4)
Grandparents
(5)
Other relatives (include step-relations)
(6)
Friends
(7)
Foster homes - Skip to S7Q12d
(8)
Agency or institution (including religious institution) - Skip to S7Q12d
(95)
Someone else - Specify __________________________ (S7Q12a_OTH)
BLIND D OR R - Ask S7Q12b
ASK IF S7Q12a=1,2,3,4,5,6,9, D or R:
S7Q12b. Before you were 18, did you ever live in a foster home, agency or institution, even if it was only
for a short time? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S7Q12d
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S7Q12d
ASK IF S7Q12b=1:
S7Q12c. Was it a foster home, an agency or institution, or both? ENTER ONE
(1)
FOSTER HOME
(2)
AGENCY OR INSTITUTION
(3)
BOTH
(h)
Help - DISPLAY HELP SCREEN h_agency
h_agency.
Agency or Institution – Agency or institution includes mental health facility, group home, or
residential treatment facility.
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S7Q12d. Before you were 18, did any of your parents or guardians ever receive welfare or public
assistance, for example, AFDC, TANF, SNAP, food stamps, Medicaid, or WIC? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S7Q12e. Before you were 18, did you ever live in public housing or publicly assisted housing, for
example, Section 8 housing? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S7Q15a. Now I would like to ask about your relatives (INSERT and girlfriend IF S7Q7e=9/and boyfriend IF
S7Q7e=10/and girlfriend or boyfriend IF S7Q7e=BOTH 9 AND 10) who may have been sentenced
to serve time in jail or prison. Please include step-relatives when answering.
Have any of the following people ever been sentenced to serve time in jail or prison?
S7Q15a_1. Your father?
S7Q15a_2. Your mother?
S7Q15a_3. Siblings?
S7Q15a_4. Spouses or partners?
S7Q15a_5. Children?
S7Q15a_6. INSERT Girlfriend IF S7Q7e=9/Boyfriend IF S7Q7e=10/Girlfriend or
boyfriend IF S7Q7e=BOTH 9 AND 10
YES
1
1
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
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Section 8 – Alcohol and Drug Use and Treatment
PROGRAMMER: IN QUESTIONS WHERE A CONTROLLING OFFENSES IS INSERTED, ASK QUESTIONS ONLY
IF THERE IS A CONTROLLING OFFENSE STORED IN STORAGE ITEM 2O. IN QUESTIONS WHERE A
CONTROLLING ARREST DATE IS INSERTED, ASK QUESTIONS ONLY IF THERE IS A CONTROLLING
ARREST DATE STORED IN STORAGE ITEM 2P.
ASK ALL:
S8Q1a. The next questions are about drinks of alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, brandy, and
mixed drinks. By a “drink,” we mean a can or bottle of beer, a glass of wine or a wine cooler, a
shot of liquor, or a mixed drink with liquor in it.
Have you ever, even once, had a drink of any type of alcoholic beverage? Please do not include
times when you only had a sip or two from a drink.
(1)
YES - Transcribe to Storage item 8A=1 and ask S8Q1b
(2)
NO - Transcribe to Storage item 8A=2 and skip to S8Q6a
BLIND D - Transcribe to Storage item 8A=1 and Continue with S8Q1b
BLIND R - Transcribe to Storage item 8A=2 and Skip to S8Q6a
ASK IF S8Q1a=1 or D:
S8Q1b. Think about the first time you had a drink of an alcoholic beverage. How old were you the first
time you had a drink of an alcoholic beverage? (Please do not include any time when you only
had a sip or two from a drink.)
____ AGE (Range 0-99)
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S8Q1a=1 or D:
COMP_INSTR_8A1.
(1) If Storage item 2B (detention status) = 06 (no offense) skip to Comp_Instr_8A4
(2) If Storage item 2B (detention status) = 01, 02, 03, 04 or 05, ask S8Q2a
(3) Else skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A1=2:
S8Q2a. Did you drink alcohol 6 or more days during the 12 months before your admission to jail
(DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A
DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8A1a
(2)
NO – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4
BLIND D
BLIND R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4
ASK IF S8Q2a=D:
S8Q2b. [IF S8Q2a=D] Did you drink any alcohol during the 12 months before your admission to jail
(DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A
DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4
COMPLETE IF COMP_INSTR_8A1=2 AND (S8Q2a=1 OR S8Q2b=1):
COMP_INSTR_8A1a.
(1) If Storage item 2B (detention status) = 05, skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4.
(2) Else if 2B Detention status= 01, 02, 03, or 04, ask S8Q3a.
(3) Else skip to COMP_INSTR_8A4.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A1a=2 AND STORAGE ITEM 2O IS FILLED:
S8Q3a. Had you been drinking any alcohol at the time of the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2O –
CONTROLLING OFFENSE) for which you are now in jail?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE IF S8Q1a=1 or D:
COMP_INSTR_8A4.
Does S8Q2a=1?
(1) Yes – Continue with S8Q4a
(2) No, D, or R - Skip to S8Q6a (Drug use)
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
ALCOHOL ABUSE QUESTIONS
S8Q4a. Now I am going to ask you some questions about your use of alcohol. In the 12 months before
your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION
DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)…
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_1. Were there many times when you ended up drinking alcohol in larger amounts or for a longer
time than you meant to? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_2a. Did you try to cut down or try to stop drinking alcohol? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q4a_2a=1:
S8Q4a_2b. Some people who drink alcohol try to cut down or stop but find they can’t. Was there more
than one time in the 12 months before your admission to jail when you tried but were unable to cut
down or stop drinking alcohol?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S8Q4a_2a=1, D or R:
S8Q4a_2c. In the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you often wish that you could cut down
or stop drinking alcohol?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you…
S8Q4a_3a. Spend a great deal of your time drinking alcohol, feeling its effects, or getting over the
effects of drinking? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK S8Q4a_3a=2, D, or R:
S8Q4a_3b. Spend a great deal of your time getting or trying to get alcohol?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_4a. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, were there times when you wanted to
drink alcohol so badly that you couldn't think of anything else? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q4a_4a=2, D, or R:
S8Q4a_4b. Were there times when you had a strong urge to drink alcohol?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_5. Sometimes people who drink alcohol have serious problems at work, school, or home—such
as:
•
•
•
•
•
missing a lot of work or school
getting demoted, having your hours cut, or losing a job
not being able to get a job or keep a job
getting suspended, expelled, or dropping out of school
failing to take care of family
In the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you have any serious problems like these at
work, school, or home because of your alcohol use? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_6a. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you often have arguments or other
problems with family or friends that were caused or made worse by your alcohol use ? ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q4a_6a=1:
S8Q4a_6b. Did you continue to drink alcohol even though it often caused arguments or problems with
family or friends? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_7. This question is about important activities such as:
•
•
•
•
Spending time with friends and family
Attending special events at work or school
Participating in hobbies and sports
Attending religious services and events
During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you give up or spend a lot less time
doing any of these types of important activities because of your alcohol use? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_8. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you repeatedly get into situations
where drinking alcohol increased your chances of getting physically hurt? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you…
S8Q4a_9a. Have any long-lasting or repeated physical health problems that were caused or made worse
by drinking alcohol? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q4a_9a=1:
S8Q4a_9b. Continue to drink alcohol even though it was causing long-lasting or repeated physical health
problems or making your physical health problems worse?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S8Q4a_9b=2, D, or R OR S8Q4a_9a=2, D, or R:
S8Q4a_9c. Have any long-lasting or repeated problems with emotions or mental health that were
caused or made worse by drinking alcohol?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q4a_9c=1:
S8Q4a_9d. Continue to drink alcohol even though it was causing long-lasting or repeated problems with
your emotions or mental health or making your emotions or mental health worse?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF (S8Q4a_9a=2,D, or R OR S8Q4a_9b=2,D, or R) AND (S8Q4a_9c=2,D, or R OR S8Q4a_9d=2, D, or R):
S8Q4a_9e. A blackout is a lack of memory. That is, you were awake, but you have no recall of the things
you did or that were done to you. During the past 12 months, did you repeatedly have blackouts
while drinking or after drinking alcohol?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q4a_9e=1:
S8Q4a_9f. Did you continue to drink alcohol even though drinking gave you repeated blackouts?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
During the 12 months before your admission to jail…
S8Q4a_10a. Did you need to drink a lot more alcohol than you used to in order to get the feeling you
want? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S8Q4a_10a =2, D, or R:
S8Q4a_10b. Did drinking the same amount of alcohol have much less effect on you than it used to?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_11. People may experience withdrawal symptoms when they drink less or stop drinking alcohol.
Withdrawal symptoms are stronger and last longer than a hangover. During the 12 months
before your admission to jail, did you have the 2 or more of these symptoms after you drank
less or stopped drinking alcohol for a while? (SHOW CARD)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Sweating or feeling that your heart was beating fast
Having your hands tremble
Having trouble sleeping
Vomiting or having an upset stomach
Seeing, hearing, or feeling things that weren't really there
Feeling like you couldn't sit still
Feeling anxious
Having seizures or fits
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8A4=1:
S8Q4a_12. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you use alcohol or another drug to
get over or avoid having alcohol withdrawal symptoms? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
DRUG USE QUESTIONS
These next questions are about using drugs other than alcohol.
INTERVIEWER: FOR S8Q6a1 (MARIJUANA), PLEASE INCLUDE BOTH LEGAL AND ILLEGAL USE
S8Q6a. Have you ever, even once, used… ENTER ONE FOR EACH (SHOW CARD)
S8Q6a1. marijuana or hashish?
S8Q6a2. “crack”?
S8Q6a3. other forms of cocaine, including powder, free base, and coca
paste?
S8Q6a4. heroin?
S8Q6a6. PCP? PCP is also called “angel dust” or phencyclidine.
S8Q6a7. ecstasy, or ‘Molly’, also known as MDMA?
S8Q6a8. any other type of hallucinogen, including LSD, peyote, mescaline,
or psilocybin, found in mushrooms?
S8Q6a9. methamphetamine, also known as meth, ice, crystal meth, glass or
crank?
S8Q6a10. any inhalants – that is substances that people sniff or inhale for
kicks or to get high? These substances include: amyl nitrite, locker room
odorizers, cleaning fluid, gasoline, glue, nitrous oxide or “whip-its” , or spray
paints.
YES
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
2
1
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S8Q6a5. The next question is about using prescription opioids, tranquilizers, stimulants, or sedatives in
any way a doctor did not direct you to use them. This could include using it without a
prescription of your own; using it in greater amounts, more often, or longer than you were told
to take it; or using it in any other way a doctor did not direct you to use it.
Have you ever, even once, used any of the following in a way a doctor did not direct you to use
it… ENTER ONE FOR EACH (SHOW CARD)
S8Q6a5.1. fentanyl or carfentanil?
S8Q6a5.2. other opioids, such as oxycodone, dilaudid, buprenorphine,
Percocet, OxyContin, Methadone, or Vicodin?
S8Q6a5.3. “Speed,” “uppers,” amphetamines, or other stimulants, such as
Ritalin, Adderall, Vyvance or Dexedrine?
S8Q6a5.4. “Downers” or sedatives, such as GHB or Rohypnol (“roofies”)?
S8Q6a5.5. Anti-anxiety medications or tranquilizers, such as Xanax, Ativan,
Valium, or Flexeril?
YES
1
1
NO
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S8Q6a11. Have you ever, even once, used any drug or other substance, besides those I’ve just asked
about, for kicks or to get high?
1
YES
2
NO – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8B
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_8B
S8Q6a11OTH. [IF S8Q6a11 = 1] What other drugs did you ever use for kicks or to get high? (Any
others?)
ENTER TEXT OF AT MOST 100 CHARACTERS
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_8B.
Is "Yes" entered for any of S8Q6a1 through S8Q6a11?
(1) Yes - Mark "yes" in Storage item 8B and ask items S8Q6b through S8Q6c11OTH IN A LOOP
for each drug with a "yes" in S8Q6a1 through S8Q6a11. Use the appropriate drug fill in items
S8Q6b through S8Q6c11OTH from S8Q6a1 through 6a11. Should be order of drugs in
S8Q6a.
(2) No (i.e., all were answered No, D or R, or some combination) - Mark "no" in Storage item 8B
and skip to COMP_INSTR_8G.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B=1:
S8Q6b. In the 12 months prior to admission, have you used … ENTER ONE FOR EACH
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DRUGS THE R ENDORSED IN
S8Q6a1-10.
S8Q6b1. marijuana or hashish?
S8Q6b2. “crack”?
S8Q6b3. other forms of cocaine, including powder, free base, and coca
paste?
S8Q6b4. heroin?
S8Q6b6. PCP? PCP is also called “angel dust” or phencyclidine.
S8Q6b7. ecstasy, or ‘Molly’, also known as MDMA?
S8Q6b8. any other type of hallucinogen, including LSD, peyote, mescaline,
or psilocybin, found in mushrooms?
S8Q6b9. methamphetamine, also known as meth, ice, crystal meth, glass
or crank?
S8Q6b10. any inhalants – that is substances that people sniff or inhale for
kicks or to get high? These substances include: amyl nitrite, locker room
odorizers, cleaning fluid, gasoline, glue, nitrous oxide or “whip-its” , or
spray paints.
YES
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
2
1
2
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BLIND D OR R
ASK IF ANY S8Q6a5=1:
S8Q6b5. The next question is about using prescription opioids, tranquilizers, stimulants, or sedatives in
any way a doctor did not direct you to use them. This could include using it without a
prescription of your own; using it in greater amounts, more often, or longer than you were told
to take it; or using it in any other way a doctor did not direct you to use it.
In the 12 months prior to admission, have you ever, even once, used any of the following in a
way a doctor did not direct you to use it…
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DRUGS THE R ENDORSED IN
S8Q6a5.1-5.5.
S8Q6b5.1. fentanyl or carfentanil?
S8Q6b5.2. other opioids, such as oxycodone, dilaudid, buprenorphine,
Percocet, OxyContin, Methadone, or Vicodin?
S8Q6b5.3. “Speed,” “uppers,” amphetamines, or other stimulants, such as
Ritalin, Adderall, Vyvance or Dexedrine?
S8Q6b5.4. “Downers” or sedatives, such as GHB or Rohypnol (“roofies”)?
S8Q6b5.5. Anti-anxiety medications or tranquilizers, such as Xanax, Ativan,
Valium, or Flexeril?
YES
1
1
NO
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q6a11=1:
S8Q6b11
In the 12 months prior to your admission to jail, did you use any drug or other
substance, besides those I’ve just asked about, for kicks or to get high?
1
YES
2
NO – Skip to S8Q6c
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S8Q6c
S8Q6b11OTH
[IF S8Q6b11 = 1] What other drugs did you use for kicks or to get high in the 12
months prior to your admission to jail? (Any others?)
ENTER TEXT OF AT MOST 100 CHARACTERS
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B=1 AND STORAGE ITEM 2B=01, 02, 03, or 04 AND STORAGE ITEM 2P IS FILLED:
S8Q6c. Now I would like for you to think about the 30 days before your arrest on (INSERT STORAGE
ITEM 2P – CONTROLLING ARREST DATE). During those 30 days did you use… ENTER ONE FOR
EACH
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DRUGS THE R ENDORSED IN
S8Q6b1-10.
S8Q6c1. marijuana or hashish?
S8Q6c2. “crack”?
S8Q6c3. other forms of cocaine, including powder, free base, and coca
paste?
S8Q6c4. heroin?
S8Q6c6. PCP? (PCP is also called “angel dust” or phencyclidine.)
S8Q6c7. ecstasy or ‘Molly’, also known as MDMA?
S8Q6c8. any other type of hallucinogen, including LSD, peyote, mescaline,
or psilocybin, found in mushrooms?
S8Q6c9. methamphetamine, also known as meth, ice crystal, meth, glass or
crank?
S8Q6c10. inhalants - that is substances that people sniff or inhale for kicks
or to get high? (These include: amyl nitrite, locker room odorizers, cleaning
fluid, gasoline, glue, nitrous oxide or “whip-its”, or spray paints.)
YES
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
2
1
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF ANY S8Q6b5=1:
S8Q6c5. In the 30 days before your arrest, have you ever, even once, used any of the following in a way
a doctor did not direct you to use it…
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DRUGS THE R ENDORSED IN
S8Q6b5.1-5.5.
S8Q6c5.1. fentanyl or carfentanil?
S8Q6c5.2. other opioids, such as oxycodone, dilaudid, buprenorphine,
Percocet, OxyContin, Methadone, or Vicodin?
S8Q6c5.3. “Speed,” “uppers,” amphetamines, or other stimulants, such as
Ritalin, Adderall, Vyvance or Dexedrine?
S8Q6c5.4. “Downers” or sedatives, such as GHB or Rohypnol (“roofies”)?
S8Q6c5.5. Anti-anxiety medications or tranquilizers, such as Xanax, Ativan,
Valium, or Flexeril?
YES
1
1
NO
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S8Q6b11=1:
S8Q6c11
In the 30 days before your arrest, did you use any drug or other substance, besides
those I’ve just asked about, for kicks or to get high?
1
YES
2
NO – Skip to S8Q8b
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S8Q8b
S8Q6c11OTH
[IF S8Q6c11 = 1] What other drugs did you use for kicks or to get high in the 30 days
before your arrest? (Any others?)
ENTER TEXT OF AT MOST 100 CHARACTERS
ASK IF ANY OF S8Q6c=1 AND STORAGE ITEM 2O IS FILLED:
S8Q8b. Were you under the influence of any drugs at the time of the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2O –
CONTROLLING OFFENSE) for which you are now in jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S8Q9a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S8Q9a
ASK IF S8Q8b=1 AND STORAGE ITEM 2O IS FILLED:
S8Q8c. At the time of the offense were you under the influence of…
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DRUGS THE R ENDORSED IN
S8Q6c1-10
S8Q8c1. marijuana or hashish?
S8Q8c2. “crack”?
S8Q8c3. any other form of cocaine,
(Including powder, free base, and coca paste?
S8Q8c4. heroin?
S8Q8c6. PCP? (PCP is also called “angel dust” or phencyclidine.)
S8Q8c7. ecstasy or ‘Molly’, also known as MDMA?
S8Q8c8. any other type of hallucinogen, including LSD, peyote, mescaline,
or psilocybin, found in mushrooms?
S8Q8c9. methamphetamine, also known as meth, ice crystal, meth, glass or
crank?
S8Q8c10. inhalants - that is, substances that people sniff or inhale for kicks
or to get high? (These include: amyl nitrite, locker room odorizers, cleaning
fluid, gasoline, glue, nitrous oxide or “whip-its”, or spray paints.)
YES
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
2
1
2
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ASK IF ANY ITEMS OF S8Q6c5=1:
S8Q8c5. The next question is about using prescription opioids, tranquilizers, stimulants, or sedatives in
any way a doctor did not direct you to use them. This could include using it without a
prescription of your own; using it in greater amounts, more often, or longer than you were told
to take it; or using it in any other way a doctor did not direct you to use it.
At the time of the offense were you under the influence of…
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DRUGS THE R ENDORSED IN
S8Q6c5.1-5.5.
S8Q8c5.1. fentanyl or carfentanil?
S8Q8c5.2. other opioids, such as oxycodone, dilaudid, buprenorphine,
Percocet, OxyContin, Methadone, or Vicodin?
S8Q8c5.3. “Speed,” “uppers,” amphetamines, or other stimulants, such as
Ritalin, Adderall, Vyvance or Dexedrine?
S8Q8c5.4. “Downers” or sedatives, such as GHB or Rohypnol (“roofies”)?
S8Q8c5.5. Anti-anxiety medications or tranquilizers, such as Xanax, Ativan,
Valium, or Flexeril?
YES
1
1
NO
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
BLIND D OR R
S8Q8c11.
At the time of the offense, were you using any drug or other substance, besides those
I’ve just asked about, for kicks or to get high?
1
YES
2
NO – Skip to S8Q10a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S8Q10a
S8Q8c11OTH. [IF S8Q8c11 = 1] What other drugs did you use for kicks or to get high at the time of the
offense? (Any others?)
ENTER TEXT OF AT MOST 100 CHARACTERS
LIFE EXPERIENCES WITH DRUG USE
ASK IF ANY OF S8Q6a=1:
S8Q10a. Have you ever, even once, used a needle to inject any drug that was not prescribed for you?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S8Q10c
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S8Q10c
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ASK IF S8Q10a=1:
S8Q10b. Have you ever used a needle that you knew or suspected someone else had used before?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF ANY OF S8Q6a1-11= 1:
S8Q10c. You said that you have used (INSERT ALL DRUG NAMES WITH "YES" RESPONSE IN S8Q6a1 – 11).
How old were you the first time you used any of these drugs?
____ YEARS OF AGE (Range 0 – 99)
BLIND D OR R
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
SHOW IF COMP_INSTR_8B=1:
S8Q11b. During the 12 months before your admission to jail…
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b1. Were there many times when you ended up using drugs in larger amounts or for a longer
time than you meant to? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b2_1. Did you try to cut down or try to stop using drugs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b2_1 =1:
S8Q11b2_2. Some people who use drugs try to cut down or stop but find they can’t. Was there more
than one time in the 12 months before your admission to jail when you tried but were unable to cut
down or stop using drugs?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S8Q11b2_1 =2, D, or R:
S8Q11b2_3. In the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you often wish that you could cut down
or stop using drugs?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you…
S8Q11b3_1. Spend a great deal of your time using drugs, feeling its effects, or getting over the effects
of the drugs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b3_1 =2, D, or R:
S8Q11b3_2. Spend a great deal of your time getting or trying to get drugs?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b4_1. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, were there times when you wanted to
use drugs so badly you couldn't think of anything else? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b4_1 =2, D, or R:
S8Q11b4_2. Were there times when you had a strong urge to use drugs?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b5. Sometimes people who use drugs have serious problems at work, school, or home—such as:
•
•
•
•
•
missing a lot of work or school
getting demoted, having your hours cut, or losing a job
not being able to get a job or keep a job
getting suspended, expelled, or dropping out of school
failing to take care of family
In the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you have any serious problems like these at
work, school, or home because of your drug use?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b6_1. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you often have arguments or other
problems with family or friends that were caused or made worse by your drug use?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b6_1 =1:
S8Q11b6_2. Did you continue to use drugs even though it often caused arguments or problems with
family or friends?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b7. This question is about important activities such as spending time with friends and family,
attending special events at work or school, participating in hobbies and sports, and attending
religious services and events.
During the 12 months before your admissions to jail, did you give up or spend a lot less time
doing any of these types of important activities because of your drug use? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b8. During the 12 months before your admissions to jail, did you repeatedly get into situations
where using drugs increased your chances of getting physically hurt? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you…
S8Q11b9_1. Have any long-lasting or repeated physical health problems that were caused or made
worse by using drugs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b9_1 =1:
S8Q11b9_2. Continue to use drugs even though it was causing long-lasting or repeated physical health
problems or making your physical health problems worse? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b9_1 =2, D, or R OR S8Q11b9_2=2, D, or R:
S8Q11b9_3. Have any long-lasting or repeated problems with emotions or mental health that were
caused or made worse by using drugs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b9_3=1:
S8Q11b9_4. Continue to use drugs even though it was causing long-lasting or repeated problems with
your emotions or mental health or making your emotions or mental health worse? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
During the 12 months before your admission to jail …
S8Q11b10_1. Did you need to use a lot more drugs than you used to in order to get the feeling you
want? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q11b10_1 =2, D, or R:
S8Q11b10_2. Did using the same amount of drugs have much less effect on you than it used to? ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b11. People may experience withdrawal symptoms when they use less or stop using drugs.
During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you have 2 or more of these symptoms after
using less or stopped using drugs? (SHOW CARD)
•
•
•
•
Having trouble sleeping or sleeping more than you normally do
Feeling either very slowed down or like you couldn’t sit still
Feeling anxious
Being physically sick, such as having cramps, diarrhea, a fever, or feeling nauseous
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8B =1:
S8Q11b12. During the 12 months before your admission to jail, did you use a different drug to get over
or avoid having withdrawal symptoms from another drug?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_8G.
Refer to Storage item 8A (used Alcohol) and Storage item 8B (used drugs). Are BOTH items
marked "No"?
(1) Both items marked “No” – Skip to S9Q1a (next section)
(2) At least one item marked “Yes” - ask S8Q12a.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8G=2:
S8Q12a. These next questions deal with treatment for alcohol and drug problems, not including
cigarettes. Please report treatment or counseling designed to help you cut down or stop your
alcohol or drug use. Please include detoxification, overdose reversal medication, and any other
treatment for medical problems associated with your alcohol or drug use.
Have you ever received treatment or counseling for your use of alcohol or any drug, not
counting cigarettes? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q1a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q1a
ASK IF S8Q12a=1:
S8Q12a1. Was the treatment or counseling you received for alcohol use only, drug use only, or both
alcohol and drug use? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALCOHOL
(2)
DRUG
(3)
BOTH ALCOHOL AND DRUG
BLIND D OR R
DEFINE TREAT_FILL:
If S8Q12a1 = 1 then TREAT_FILL = “alcohol use”
IF S8Q12a1 = 2 then TREAT_FILL = “drug use”
Else TREAT_FILL = “alcohol or drug use”
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ASK IF S8Q12a1=1 OR 3:
S8Q12b. Treatment or counseling for [TREAT_FILL = alcohol] can be provided in a variety of ways. Have
you ever received any treatment or counseling from… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S8Q12b1. an alcohol detoxification unit where you spent up to 72 hours to
dry out?
S8Q12b2. an alcohol program in which you lived in a special facility or unit?
S8Q12b3. alcohol counseling sessions with a trained professional while NOT
living in a special facility or unit?
S8Q12b4. a self-help group or peer group counseling for alcohol use, such as
Alcoholics Anonymous?
S8Q12b5. an education or awareness program explaining problems with
alcohol?
S8Q12b6. a maintenance drug to lessen the effects of alcohol or make you
sick, such as Antabuse, naltrexone (Vivitrol), ondansetrom, disulfiram, or
acamprosate?
S8Q12b95. some other treatment or counseling program for alcohol?
YES
1
NO
2
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q12a1=2 OR 3:
S8Q12b.d. Treatment or counseling for [TREAT_FILL = drug use] can be provided in a variety of ways.
Have you ever received any treatment or counseling from… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S8Q12b1d. a drug detoxification unit where you spent up to 72 hours to dry
out?
S8Q12b2d. an drug program in which you lived in a special facility or unit?
S8Q12b3d. drug counseling sessions with a trained professional while NOT
living in a special facility or unit?
S8Q12b4d. a self-help group or peer group counseling for drug use, such as
Cocaine Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous?
S8Q12b5d. an education or awareness program explaining problems with
drugs?
S8Q12b6d. a maintenance drug to cut your high or make you sick, such as
methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone), or naltrexone (Vivitrol)?
S8Q12b95d. some other treatment or counseling program for drug use?
YES
1
NO
2
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q12a1= 2 or 3
S8Q7g1. Have you ever been administered an overdose reversal medication (e.g. Narcan or naloxone)?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
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BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q12a=1:
S8Q12c. Have you received any kind of treatment or counseling for your use of alcohol or any drug...
ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S8Q12c1. since your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM
2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY
“THIS TIME”)?
S8Q12c2. while you were previously incarcerated in a prison, jail, or some
other type of correctional facility?
S8Q12c3. while on probation or parole?
S8Q12c4. while living in the community and not on probation or parole?
YES
1
NO
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE IF S8Q12a=1:
COMP_INSTR_8F.
(1) If S8Q12c1 = 1 AND at least one of S8Q12b=1 ask S8Q12d
(2) If S8Q12c1 = 1 AND at least one of S8Q12b.d=1, ask S8Q12d.d
(3) Else, skip to COMP_INSTR_8J
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8F=1:
S8Q12d. Since your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), did you receive any
treatment or counseling for alcohol use from… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S8Q12d1. [IF S8Q12b1= 1] an alcohol detoxification unit where you spent up
to 72 hours to dry out?
S8Q12d2. [IF S8Q12b2= 1] an alcohol program in which you lived in a special
facility or unit?
S8Q12d3. [IF S8Q12b3= 1] alcohol use counseling sessions with a trained
professional while NOT living in a special facility or unit?
S8Q12d4. [IF S8Q12b4= 1] a self-help group or peer group counseling for
alcohol use, such as Alcoholics Anonymous?
S8Q12d5. [IF S8Q12b5= 1] an education or awareness program explaining
problems with alcohol?
S8Q12d6. [IF S8Q12b6= 1] a maintenance drug to lessen the effects of
alcohol or make you sick, such as Antabuse, naltrexone (Vivitrol),
ondansetrom, disulfiram, or acamprosate?
S8Q12d95. [IF S8Q12b95= 1] some other treatment or counseling program
for alcohol use?
YES
1
NO
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF COMP_INSTR_8F=2:
S8Q12d.d Since your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), did you receive any
treatment or counseling for drug use from… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S8Q12d1d. [IF S8Q12b1d= 1] a drug detoxification unit where you spent up
to 72 hours to dry out?
S8Q12d2d. [IF S8Q12b2d= 1] a drug program in which you lived in a special
facility or unit?
S8Q12d3d. [IF S8Q12b3d= 1] drug use counseling sessions with a trained
professional while NOT living in a special facility or unit?
S8Q12d4d. [IF S8Q12b4d= 1] a self-help group or peer group counseling for
drug use, such as Cocaine Anonymous, or Narcotics Anonymous?
S8Q12d5d. [IF S8Q12b5d= 1] an education or awareness program explaining
problems with drugs?
S8Q12d6d. [IF S8Q12b6d= 1] a maintenance drug to cut your high or make
you sick, such as methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone), or naltrexone
(Vivitrol)?
S8Q12d95d. [IF S8Q12b95d= 1] some other treatment or counseling program
for drug use?
YES
1
NO
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q7g1=1:
S8Q7g2. Since your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), have you been
administered a drug overdose reversal medication (e.g. Narcan or naloxone)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S8Q12c1=1:
S8Q12e. Was the treatment or counseling received at the jail for alcohol use only, drug use only, or both
alcohol and drug use? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALCOHOL USE ONLY
(2)
DRUG USE ONLY
(3)
BOTH ALCOHOL AND DRUG USE
BLIND D OR R
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Section 9 – Medical Conditions, Mental Health, And Disabilities
PROGRAMMER: IN QUESTIONS WHERE A CONTROLLING OFFENSES IS INSERTED, ASK QUESTIONS ONLY
IF THERE IS A CONTROLLING OFFENSE STORED IN STORAGE ITEM 2O. IN QUESTIONS WHERE A
CONTROLLING ARREST DATE IS INSERTED, ASK QUESTIONS ONLY IF THERE IS A CONTROLLING ARREST
DATE STORED IN STORAGE ITEM 2P.
SECTION A: PHYSICAL HEALTH AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS
ASK ALL:
These questions deal with your health and any health care you may have received.
S9Q1a. When you were admitted to this jail, did a staff person… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S9Q1a1. check to see if you were sick, injured, drunk, or high?
S9Q1a2. ask you any questions about your health or medical history?
S9Q1a3. ask if you had ever thought about or tried to commit suicide?
YES
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q1b. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you seen a doctor, nurse, or other health care
provider? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q1c. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you seen a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider
outside the jail, for example in a community hospital, doctor’s office, or clinic? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q2a. The next questions are about medical tests you may have had since you were admitted to this
jail.
Since you were admitted to this jail, has anyone pricked your skin to test you for tuberculosis, or
TB? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q2c
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q2c
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ASK IF S9Q2a=1:
S9Q2b. What was the result of the tuberculosis (TB) test you had? ENTER ONE
(1)
Positive – you have tuberculosis (TB) – Skip to S9Q3b if S1Q1a=2 or S9Q4a if S1Q1a=1
(2)
Negative – you do not have tuberculosis (TB)
(3)
Results are not available yet
(4)
Was never told the result
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q2a=2, D or R OR S9Q2b=2, 3, 4, D, or R:
S9Q2c. Has a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider ever told you that you have tuberculosis, or
TB? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S1Q1a=2 and S1Q9a=2 or D or R:
S9Q3b. When you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), were you pregnant?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S9Q4a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S9Q4a
ASK IF S9Q3b=1:
S9Q3c. Since your admission to jail, have you received an obstetric examination, an examination of you
and the baby before it was born? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q3b=1:
S9Q3d. Have you received any other care, such as instructions on child care, exercises, a special diet,
medication, or special testing from a doctor, nurse, or other medical person? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q4a. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you had your blood tested for any reason? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q4d
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q4d
ASK IF S9Q4a=1:
S9Q4b. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you had your blood tested for HIV – the virus that
causes AIDS? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q4d
Blind D or R – Skip to S9Q4d
ASK IF S9Q4b=1:
S9Q4c. What was the result of the most recent HIV test you had? ENTER ONE
(1)
Positive, you are infected with HIV – the virus that causes AIDS – Skip to S9Q6a
(2)
Negative, you are not infected with HIV – the virus that causes AIDS – Skip to S9Q6a
(3)
Your results are not available yet – Skip to S9Q6a
(4)
You were never told the result – Skip to S9Q6a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q6a
ASK IF S9Q4a=2,D or R OR S9Q4b=2, D or R:
S9Q4d. Have you ever been tested for HIV – the virus that causes AIDS? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q6a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q6a
ASK IF S9Q4d=1:
S9Q4e. What was the result of the most recent HIV test you had? ENTER ONE
(1)
Positive, you are infected with HIV – the virus that causes AIDS
(2)
Negative, you are not infected with HIV – the virus that causes AIDS
(3)
Your results are not available yet
(4)
You were never told the result
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S9Q4c=1 OR S9Q4e=1:
S9Q4f. Are you currently taking any medicine or receiving treatment for HIV – the virus that causes
AIDS? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q6a. These next questions are about specific medical problems you may have had in the past or have
currently.
Has a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider ever told you that you had… ENTER ONE
FOR EACH
S9Q6a1. any type of cancer?
S9Q6a2. high blood pressure or hypertension?
S9Q6a3. a stroke?
S9Q6a4.
IF S1Q1a=2 and S1Q9a=2 or D or R: diabetes, high blood sugar, or sugar
diabetes that was not due to being pregnant?
ELSE: diabetes, high blood sugar, or sugar diabetes?
S9Q6a5. heart disease, including a heart attack, coronary heart disease,
angina, congestive heart failure or other heart problems?
S9Q6a6. a problem with your kidneys?
S9Q6a7. some form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or
fibromyalgia?
S9Q6a8. asthma?
S9Q6a9. cirrhosis of the liver?
S9Q6a10. a traumatic brain injury?
YES
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q6e
ASK IF ANY OF S9Q6a=1:
S9Q6b. Has a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider told you that you currently have… ENTER ONE
FOR EACH
PROGRAMMER: FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DISEASES THE R ENDORSED IN S9Q6a.
S9Q6b1. [If S9Q6a1=1] any type of cancer?
S9Q6b2. [IF S9Q6a2 = 1] high blood pressure or hypertension?
S9Q6b3. [IF S9Q6a3 = 1] problems caused by a stroke?
S9Q6b4. [IF S9Q6a4 = 1] diabetes, high blood sugar, or sugar diabetes?
S9Q6b5. [IF S9Q6a5 = 1] heart disease, including a heart attack, coronary
heart disease, angina, congestive heart failure or other heart problems?
YES
1
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
2
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S9Q6b6. [IF S9Q6a6 = 1] a problem with your kidneys?
S9Q6b7. [IF S9Q6a7 = 1] arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or
fibromyalgia?
S9Q6b8. [IF S9Q6a8 = 1] asthma?
S9Q6b9. [IF S9Q6a9 = 1] cirrhosis of the liver?
S9Q6b10. [IF S9Q6a10 = 1] problems caused by a traumatic brain injury?
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
YES
1
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF ANY OF S9Q6a=1:
S9Q6c. Are you currently taking prescription medicine… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
PROGRAMMER: FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DISEASES THE R ENDORSED IN S9Q6a.
S9Q6c1. [If S9Q6a1=1] for any type of cancer?
S9Q6c2. [If S9Q6a2=1] for high blood pressure or hypertension?
S9Q6c3. [If S9Q6a3=1] to prevent a stroke?
S9Q6c4. [If S9Q6a4=1] for diabetes, high blood sugar, or sugar diabetes?
S9Q6c5. [If S9Q6a5=1] for heart disease, including a heart attack, coronary
heart disease, angina, congestive heart failure or other heart problems?
S9Q6c6. [If S9Q6a6=1] for a problem with your kidneys?
S9Q6c7. [If S9Q6a7=1] for any form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout,
lupus, or fibromyalgia?
S9Q6c8. [If S9Q6a8=1] for asthma?
S9Q6c9. [If S9Q6a9=1] for cirrhosis of the liver?
S9Q6c10. [If S9Q6a10=1] for a traumatic brain injury?
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF ANY OF S9Q6a=1:
S9Q6d. Are you currently receiving any medical treatment other than prescription medication…
ENTER ONE FOR EACH
PROGRAMMER: FILL WITH ONLY THOSE DISEASES THE R ENDORSED IN S9Q6a.
S9Q6d1. [If S9Q6a1=1] for any type of cancer?
S9Q6d2. [If S9Q6a2=1] for high blood pressure or hypertension?
S9Q6d3. [If S9Q6a3=1] to prevent a stroke?
S9Q6d4. [If S9Q6a4=1] for diabetes, high blood sugar, or sugar diabetes?
S9Q6d5. [If S9Q6a5=1] for heart disease, including a heart attack, coronary
heart disease, angina, congestive heart failure or other heart problems?
S9Q6d6. [If S9Q6a6=1] for a problem with your kidneys?
S9Q6d7. [If S9Q6a7=1] for any form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout,
lupus, or fibromyalgia?
S9Q6d8. [If S9Q6a8=1] for asthma?
S9Q6d9. [If S9Q6a9=1] for cirrhosis of the liver?
YES
1
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
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S9Q6d10. [If S9Q6a10=1] for a traumatic brain injury?
1
2
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q6e. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you been tested for Hepatitis C? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q6e4
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q6e4
ASK IF S9Q6e=1:
S9Q6e1. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you tested positive for Hepatitis C? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q6e4
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q6e4
ASK IF S9Q6e1=1:
S9Q6e2. Since you were admitted to this jail, have you taken any medicine or received treatment for
Hepatitis C? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q6f
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q6f
ASK IF S9Q6e2=1:
S9Q6e3. Are you currently taking any medicine or receiving treatment for Hepatitis C? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
All skip to S9Q6f
ASK IF S9Q6e=2, D or R OR S9Q6e1=2, D or R:
S9Q6e4. Has a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider ever told you that you have Hepatitis C?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q6f. Has a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider ever told you that you had Hepatitis B? ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q6g. Has a doctor, nurse, or other health care provider ever told you that you had any sexually
transmitted disease other than HIV, or Hepatitis B or C? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q7a. These next questions are about smoking cigarettes. Have you smoked at least 100 cigarettes in
your entire life (that is, about 5 packs)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q8a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q8a
ASK IF S9Q7a=1:
S9Q7b. How old were you when you first started smoking cigarettes fairly regularly?
SPECIFY _______ (Range 0 – 99)
PROGRAMMER: IF NUMBER IS LESS THAN 8 OR GREATER THAN 65, DISPLAY “VERIFY ENTRY”
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q7a=1:
S9Q7h. During the 30 days before your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A –
MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), did you
smoke cigarettes every day, some days, or not at all? ENTER ONE
(1)
EVERY DAY
(2)
SOME DAYS
(3)
NOT AT ALL
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q8a. Now I’d like to ask about exercise. During the last 30 days, did you spend any time doing physical
exercise, for example sports, weightlifting, or running? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q10a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q10a
ASK IF S9Q8a=1:
S9Q8b. On how many of those 30 days did you spend time doing any physical exercise?
NUMBER OF DAYS: _____ (Range 1 – 30)
BLIND D OR R
SECTION B: MENTAL HEALTH
Current Mental Health Condition Screener
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
DEFINE DATE_30
DATE_30 = INTERVIEW DATE – 30 DAYS BUT SHOULD BE FILLED AS JUST THE MONTH AND DAY.
ASK ALL:
S9Q10a. The next questions are about how you have been feeling during the past 30 days, that is, since
(DATE_30). For each question please tell me whether you felt that way all of the time, most of
the time, some of the time, a little of the time, or none of the time. (SHOW CARD)
INTERVIEWER: PROVIDE SHOW CARD TO INMATE BEFORE ASKING S9Q10a-f
About how often during the past 30 days did you feel nervous? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL OF THE TIME
(2)
MOST OF THE TIME
(3)
SOME OF THE TIME
(4)
A LITTLE OF THE TIME
(5)
NONE OF THE TIME
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q10b. During the past 30 days, about how often did you feel hopeless? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL OF THE TIME
(2)
MOST OF THE TIME
(3)
SOME OF THE TIME
(4)
A LITTLE OF THE TIME
(5)
NONE OF THE TIME
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q10C. (During the past 30 days,) about how often did you feel restless or fidgety? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL OF THE TIME
(2)
MOST OF THE TIME
(3)
SOME OF THE TIME
(4)
A LITTLE OF THE TIME
(5)
NONE OF THE TIME
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q10d. How often (during the past 30 days) did you feel so depressed that nothing could cheer you
up? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL OF THE TIME
(2)
MOST OF THE TIME
(3)
SOME OF THE TIME
(4)
A LITTLE OF THE TIME
(5)
NONE OF THE TIME
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q10e. About how often (during the past 30 days) did you feel that everything was an effort?
ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL OF THE TIME
(2)
MOST OF THE TIME
(3)
SOME OF THE TIME
(4)
A LITTLE OF THE TIME
(5)
NONE OF THE TIME
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q10f. About how often (during the past 30 days) did you feel worthless? ENTER ONE
(1)
ALL OF THE TIME
(2)
MOST OF THE TIME
(3)
SOME OF THE TIME
(4)
A LITTLE OF THE TIME
(5)
NONE OF THE TIME
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
Mental Health History and Treatment
S9Q11a. Have you ever been told by a medical doctor or a mental health professional, such as a
psychiatrist or psychologist, that you had… ENTER ONE FOR EACH
YES
NO
S9Q11a1. manic depression, a bipolar disorder, or mania?
1
2
S9Q11a2. a depressive disorder?
1
2
S9Q11a3. schizophrenia or another psychotic disorder?
1
2
S9Q11a4. post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD?
1
2
S9Q11a5. another anxiety disorder, such as panic disorder or obsessive1
2
compulsive disorder, also known as OCD?
S9Q11a6. a personality disorder, such as antisocial or borderline personality
1
2
S9Q11a7. oppositional defiant disorder, intermittent explosive disorder or
1
2
other anger disorder?
S9Q11a95. a mental or emotional condition other than those I just asked you
1
2
about? If S9Q11a95=1, go to S9Q11a_OTH
S9Q11a_OTH. [IF S9Q11a95=1] What condition is that? Specify: _____________________
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
The next questions are about services you may have received for any problem with your emotions,
nerves, or mental health. As you answer these questions, please do not include any services you may
have received for drug or alcohol use. Some questions ask about prescription medicine. Prescription
medicines are drugs that you take if a doctor authorizes them for you.
S9Q11c. Now I am going to ask you about services you may have received for problems with your
emotions, nerves, or mental health, other than those related to drug or alcohol abuse.
Because of problems with your emotions, nerves, or mental health, have you ever taken a
medication prescribed by a psychiatrist or other doctor? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S9Q12a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S9Q12a
ASK IF S9Q11c=1 AND STORAGE ITEM 2O IS FILLED:
S9Q11d. At the time of the (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2O – CONTROLLING OFFENSE), were you taking
prescription medicine for any problem you were having with your emotions, nerves, or mental
health? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q11c=1:
S9Q11e. Since you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), have you taken
prescription medicine for any problem you were having with your emotions, nerves, or mental
health? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q11e=1
S9Q11f. Are you currently taking prescription medicine for any problem with your emotions, nerves, or
mental health? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q12a. The next questions are about any times you may have stayed overnight in any type of hospital
or other facility for any problem with your emotions, nerves, or mental health. Please do not
include any overnight hospital stays for alcohol or drug use.
Have you ever stayed overnight or longer in any type of hospital or other facility to receive
treatment or counseling for any problem you were having with your emotions, nerves, or
mental health? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q13a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q13a
ASK IF S9Q12a=1 AND STORAGE ITEM 2P IS FILLED:
S9Q12b. During the 12 months before your arrest on (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2P – CONTROLLING
ARREST DATE), did you stay overnight or longer in any type of hospital or other facility to receive
treatment or counseling for any problem you were having with your emotions, nerves, or
mental health? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q13a. Because of any problem you were having with your emotions, nerves, or mental health, have
you EVER received counseling or therapy from a trained professional? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO- Skip to S9Q15a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q15a
ASK IF S9Q13a=1:
S9Q13c. Have you received any counseling, treatment, or therapy from a mental health professional
such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, or nurse for any problem with your emotions,
nerves, or mental health since your admission to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A –
MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”)?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S9Q13a=1:
S9Q13d. Are you currently receiving any counseling, treatment, or therapy from a mental health
professional such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, or nurse for any problem with
your emotions, nerves, or mental health? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q15a. Have you ever attempted suicide? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q15b
Blind D or R – Skip to S9Q15b
ASK IF S9Q15a=1:
S9Q15a1. How many times have you attempted suicide?
___ (Range 1 – 25) – Skip to S9Q17a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q17a
ASK IF S9Q15a=2, D or R:
S9Q15b. Have you ever considered suicide? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
SECTION C: DISABILITIES
ASK ALL:
S9Q17a. Are you deaf or do you have serious difficulty hearing? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S9Q17b. Are you blind or do you have serious difficulty seeing even when wearing glasses? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q17f. Because of a physical, mental, or emotional problem, do you have serious difficulty
concentrating, remembering, or making decisions? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S9Q17h
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S9Q17h
ASK ALL:
S9Q17h. Do you have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q17i. Do you have serious difficulty dressing or bathing? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S9Q17j. Because of a physical, mental, or emotional problem, do you have difficulty doing activities on
your own such as going to meal time, going outside, working in or outside of this facility, going
to classes, or attending programs? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q7a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q7a
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ASK IF S9Q17j=1:
S9Q17d. Has a doctor, psychologist, or teacher ever told you that you have an attention deficit disorder,
sometimes called ADD or ADHD? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q17j=1:
S9Q17c. Has a doctor, psychologist, or teacher ever told you that you have a learning disability, such as
dyslexia or dyscalculia? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S9Q17j=1:
S9Q17e. Have you ever been enrolled in special education classes, sometimes called S.P.E.D.? ENTER
ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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Section 10 – Jail Programs and Activities
ASK ALL:
This last set of questions is about your experiences and activities at this jail.
S10Q7a. Do you currently have a work assignment either inside the facility, on facility grounds, or away
from the jail facility? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to COMP_INSTR_10A
BLIND D OR R - Skip to COMP_INSTR_10A
ASK IF S10Q7a=1:
S10Q7b. What sorts of work assignments do you have currently? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY (SHOW CARD)
(1)
GENERAL JANITORIAL DUTIES, SUCH AS CLEANING OR SWEEPING
(2)
GROUNDS OR ROAD MAINTENANCE
(3)
FOOD PREPARATION OR RELATED DUTIES, FOR EXAMPLE, IN THE KITCHEN OR BAKERY
(4)
LAUNDRY
(5)
HOSPITAL, INFIRMARY, OR OTHER MEDICAL SERVICES
(6)
FARMING, FORESTRY, OR RANCHING
(7)
GOODS PRODUCTION, INDUSTRIES, OR CONTRACT SERVICES, SUCH AS TELEMARKETING
OR WORK AT A PRINT SHOP
(8)
OTHER SERVICES SUCH AS LIBRARY, STOCKROOM, STORE, OFFICE HELP, RECREATION,
SEW SHOP, BARBER OR BEAUTY SHOP, ETC.
(9)
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, OR CONSTRUCTION
(95)
SOME OTHER ASSIGNMENT – SPECIFY ________________ (S10Q7B_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_10A.
(1) Is "yes" marked in S10Q7a?
(2) Yes - Ask S10Q7g
(3) No - Skip to S10Q8a
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ASK IF S10Q7a=1:
S10Q7g. Are you paid money for any of this work? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S10Q7i
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S10Q7i
ASK IF S10Q7a=1:
S10Q7i. Other than money, do you receive anything for work, such as time credits or other privileges?
ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S10Q8a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S10Q8a
ASK IF S10Q7i=1:
S10Q7j. What do you receive? Anything else? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Good time/time credits
(2)
Food, beverages, etc.
(5)
Other - Specify ________________________________ (S10Q7j_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q8a. Since you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), have you participated in
any job training programs, such as employment readiness or vocational training? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q9a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q9a
(h) HELP – Display help screen h_VOCATIONAL
h_VOCATIONAL.
Vocational program – A special program dedicated to training participants for a job, for
example, electronics, plumbing, construction trades, food service, beautician training, computer
electronics, secretarial, housekeeping, cooking, or cosmetology.
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ASK IF S10Q8a=1:
S10Q8b. Are you still in a vocational or job training program? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q9a. Since you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), have you participated in
any education programs, such as high school, GED, adult basic education, college courses, or
English as a Second Language (ESL)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q10b
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q10b
ASK IF S10Q9a=1:
S10Q9b. What kind of program was that - basic classes up to the 9th grade, high school classes to get a
diploma or GED, college level classes, or English as a second language? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
BASIC CLASSES UP TO 9TH GRADE - Ask S10Q9c
(2)
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY OR GED CLASSES - Ask S10Q9c
(3)
COLLEGE LEVEL CLASSES - Skip to S10Q10b
(4)
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - Skip to S10Q10b
(5)
OTHER - Specify _______________________________ (S109b_OTH) - Skip to S10Q10b
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R - Ask to S10Q9c
If more than one item marked, follow shortest skip, i.e. if mark 1 and 4, skip to S10Q9c
ASK IF S10Q9b=1, 2, D, R:
S10Q9c. Since your admission, have you completed your high school equivalency or GED? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
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ASK ALL:
S10Q10b. Since you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON (INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT
ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), have you participated in
any of the following classes or programs? ENTER ONE FOR EACH
S10Q10b_1.
S10Q10b_2.
S10Q10b_3.
S10Q10b_4.
Any parenting or child rearing classes?
Any anger management or conflict resolution classes?
Any money management or financial planning classes
Any sex offender treatment programs
YES
1
1
1
1
NO
2
2
2
2
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q12a. Jails have a set of rules that inmates are expected to follow. This next set of questions are
about any jail rules that you may have broken. Since you were admitted to jail (DISPLAY “ON
(INSERT STORAGE ITEM 2A – MOST RECENT ADMISSION DATE)” IF CONTAINS A DATE/ELSE
DISPLAY “THIS TIME”), how many times have you been written up for or found guilty of breaking
any jail rules?
TIMES: ________________ (Range 0 – 500)
BLIND D OR R
If S10Q12a = 1+ ask S10Q12b, else skip to S10Q13a
ASK IF S10Q12a=1-500:
S10Q12b. Since your admission, have you been written up for or been found guilty of… ENTER ONE FOR
EACH
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
S10Q12b1. …a drug violation, such as possession, use, or selling? ____
S10Q12b1_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b2. …an alcohol violation, such as possession, use, or selling? ____
S10Q12b2_1. If yes - How many times? ____(Range 1-250)
S10Q12b3. …possession of a weapon? ____
S10Q12b3_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b4. …possession of stolen property? ____
S10Q12b4_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b5. …possession of any other unauthorized substance or item? ____
S10Q12b5_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
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S10Q12b6. …verbal assault on a correctional officer or other staff person? ____
S10Q12b6_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b7. …physical assault on a correctional officer or other staff person? ____
S10Q12b7_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b8. …verbal assault on another inmate? ____
S10Q12b8_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b9. …physical assault on another inmate? ____
S10Q12b9_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b10. …escape or attempted escape? ____
S10Q12b10_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b11. …being out of place? ____
S10Q12b11_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b12. …disobeying orders? ____
S10Q12b12_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b13. …any other major violations, including work slowdowns, food strikes, setting fires,
rioting, etc.? ____
S10Q12b13_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b14. …any other minor violations relating to facility orderliness and operation, such as
use of abusive language, horseplay, failing to follow sanitary regulations? ____
S10Q12b14_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
S10Q12b95. …any other violations - Specify_____________________________ (S10Q12b_OTH)
S10Q12b95_1. If yes - How many times? ____ (Range 1-250)
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_10A1.
(1) See items marked in S10Q12b
(2) If only one item marked “yes” – skip to S10Q12d
(3) If more than one item is marked “yes” – skip to S10Q12c
(4) Else skip to S10Q13a
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COMPLETE IF MORE THAN ONE S10Q12b=1:
S10Q12c. So you have told me that you were written up for or found guilty of:
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE ITEMS THE R ENDORSED IN
S10Q12b.
(1)
A drug violation, such as possession, use, or selling
(2)
An alcohol violation, such as possession, use, or selling
(3)
Possession of a weapon
(4)
Possession of stolen property
(5)
Possession of any other unauthorized substance or item
(6)
Verbal assault on a correctional officer or other staff person
(7)
Physical assault on a correctional officer or other staff person
(8)
Verbal assault on another inmate
(9)
Physical assault on another inmate
(10)
Escape or attempted escape
(11)
Being out of place
(12)
Disobeying orders
(13)
Some other major violation, including work slowdowns, food strikes, setting fires,
rioting, etc.
(14)
Some other minor violations relating to facility orderliness and operation, such as use of
abusive language, horseplay, failing to follow sanitary regulations
(95)
Some other violation
INTERVIEWER: IF RESPONDENT DISAGREES WITH ANY OF THESE, GO BACK TO S10Q12 AND
UPDATE APPROPRIATE RESPONSE OPTIONS.
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ASK IF MORE THAN ONE S10Q12b=1:
S10Q12c1. Which of these rule violations occurred most recently? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
PROGRAMMER: THIS SCREEN SHOULD FILL WITH ONLY THOSE ITEMS THE R ENDORSED IN
S10Q12b.
(1)
A drug violation, such as possession, use, or selling
(2)
An alcohol violation, such as possession, use, or selling
(3)
Possession of a weapon
(4)
Possession of stolen property
(5)
Possession of any other unauthorized substance or item
(6)
Verbal assault on a correctional officer or other staff person
(7)
Physical assault on a correctional officer or other staff person
(8)
Verbal assault on another inmate
(9)
Physical assault on another inmate
(10)
Escape or attempted escape
(11)
Being out of place
(12)
Disobeying orders
(13)
Some other major violation, including work slowdowns, food strikes, setting fires,
rioting, etc.
(14)
Some other minor violations relating to facility orderliness and operation, such as use of
abusive language, horseplay, failing to follow sanitary regulations
(95)
OTHER SPECIFY: [FILL WITH S10Q12b95 RESPONSE]
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S10Q13a
ASK IF ONE S10Q12b = 1 OR [MORE THAN ONE S10Q12b = 1 AND S10Q12c1=1-14, 95]:
S10Q12d. Did any disciplinary action take place for that (FILL FROM S10Q12c1 IF MORE THAN ONE YES
TO S10Q12b OR FILL FROM S10Q12b IF ONLY ONE=1)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q13a
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S10Q13a
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ASK IF S10Q12d=1:
S10Q12d1. What disciplinary action took place for that (FILL FROM S10Q12c1 IF MORE THAN ONE YES
TO S10Q12b OR FILL FROM S10Q12b IF ONLY ONE=1)? Any others? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Solitary confinement or segregation
(2)
Confinement to own cell or quarters
(3)
Higher custody level within facility
(4)
Transferred to another facility
(5)
Loss of “good” time/gain of “bad” time
(6)
Received a new sentence
(7)
Given extra work
(8)
Loss or change of work assignment
(9)
Loss of privileges (including commissary and visiting privileges)
(10)
Put in restraints
(11)
Received formal reprimand only
(12)
Received no punishment/punishment suspended
(95)
Other – Specify ___________(S10Q12d1_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_10B.
(1) Is [Current date] – [Storage item 2A – Recent admission date] => 30 AND does [Storage item
2B – Detention status] = 01-04 convicted? If yes, ask S10Q20a
(2) Is [Current date] – [Storage item 2A – Recent admission date] < 30 OR does [Storage item 2B
– Detention status] = 05, 06, missing? If yes, skip to COMP_INSTR_10D
(3) Is Storage Item 2b=01-04, but Storage Item 2A is missing a date? If yes, ask S10Q14.
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_10B=3:
S10Q14. To the best of your knowledge, were you admitted to this jail 30 days ago or more?
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to COMP_INSTR_10D
BLIND D OR R – Skip to COMP_INSTR_10D
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COMPLETE FOR ALL:
COMP_INSTR_10D.
(1) IF COMP_INSTR_10B=1 or S10Q14=1 GO TO S10Q20a.
(2) ELSE SKIP TO S10Q22a
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_10D=1:
S10Q20a. Do you have a place to stay when you are released from jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q21a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q21a
ASK IF COMP_INSTR_10D=1:
S10Q21a. Do you have a job arranged for when you are released from jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q22a
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q22a
ASK IF S10Q21a=1:
S10Q21c. Is this the same job or type of job you held before you were admitted to jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q22a. Since your admission to jail, have you communicated with friends or family? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q22b1
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q22b1
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ASK IF S10Q22a=1:
S10Q22a1. How do you communicate with friends or family? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Mail
(2)
Telephone
(3)
Video visits
(4)
Messaging on social media
(5)
E-mail
(6)
In-person, contact visits in the facility
(7)
In-person, non-contact visits in the facility
(8)
In-person visits while on furlough
(95)
Other – Specify ________________ (S10Q22a1_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R – SKIP TO S10Q23a
If S10Q22a1 does not equal 6 or 7 or D or R ask S10Q22b2.
Else, skip to S10Q23a.
ASK IF S10Q22a=2, D or R:
S10Q22b1. Why have you not communicated with friends or family? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Do not want to communicate with anyone
(2)
Cost
(3)
Denied by jail
(4)
No-one has reached out
(5)
Other – Specify _____________________________ (S10Q22b1_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
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ASK IF S10Q22a=1 AND S10Q22a1 DOES NOT EQUAL 6 OR 7, D OR R:
S10Q22b2. Why have you not received visitors? ENTER ALL THAT APPLY
(1)
Do not want visitors
(2
Distance
(3)
Cost
(4)
Denied by jail
(5)
No-one has requested to visit
(95)
Other – Specify _____________________________ (S10Q22b2_OTH)
(96)
NO OTHER MENTIONS
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q23a. Were you charged a booking fee at the time of your admission to jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO – Skip to S10Q23b
BLIND D OR R – Skip to S10Q23b
ASK IF S10Q23a=1:
S10Q23a1. What was the total fee you were charged at the time of your admission to jail?
$______ (Range 0 – 1000)
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q23b. Are you being charged any fees for your current stay in this jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
ASK ALL:
S10Q24a. Do you have a definite date on which you expect to be released from jail? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO - Skip to S10Q24c
BLIND D OR R - Skip to S10Q24c
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ASK IF S10Q24a=1:
S10Q24b. KEEP PREVIOUS QUESTION ON SCREEN
In what month and year will you be released?
MONTH: ____ (MM) (Range 1 – 12)
YEAR: ____ (YYYY) (Range 2020 – 2065)
PRESS ENTER TO CONTINUE -- Skip to end of interview
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S10Q24a=2, D or R OR S10Q24b=D or R:
S10Q24c. What is your earliest court date?
MONTH: ____ (MM) (Range 1 – 12)
YEAR: ____ (YYYY) (Range 2020 – 2065)
BLIND D OR R
ASK IF S10Q24a=2, D or R OR S10Q24b=D or R:
S10Q24d. Do you expect to be released (IF S10Q24c HAS A VALID DATE, INSERT “at that time”; if
S10Q24c=D, R OR BLANK, INSERT “when you go to court”)? ENTER ONE
(1)
YES
(2)
NO
BLIND D OR R
Those are all the questions I have for you. I appreciate all the time you have spent with me to help us
with this survey. Again, thank you so much for participating in the survey.
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Attachment 2. SILJ Pretest OMB No. 1121-0339
NOTICE OF OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET ACTION
Date
11/07/2022
Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
FOR CERTIFYING OFFICIAL:
Melinda Rogers
FOR CLEARANCE OFFICER:
Robert Houser
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, OMB has taken action on your request received
11/03/2022
ACTION REQUESTED: Generic IC
Pretest Revised Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
IC TITLE:
ICR REFERENCE NUMBER:
202202-1121-002
AGENCY ICR TRACKING NUMBER:
BJS
TITLE:
Generic Clearance for Cognitive, Pilot and Field Studies for Bureau of Justice Statistics Data
Collection Activities
LIST OF INFORMATION COLLECTIONS: See next page
OMB ACTION: Approved without change
OMB CONTROL NUMBER:
1121-0339
The agency is required to display the OMB Control Number and inform respondents of its legal significance in
accordance with 5 CFR 1320.5(b).
EXPIRATION DATE: 04/30/2025
BURDEN:
DISCONTINUE DATE:
RESPONSES
HOURS
COSTS
Previous
30,000
15,000
0
New
30,000
15,000
0
Change due to New Statute
0
0
0
Change due to Agency Discretion
0
0
0
Change due to Agency Adjustment
0
0
0
Change due to PRA Violation
0
0
0
Difference
TERMS OF CLEARANCE:
Terms of the Generic ICR remain in effect.
OMB Authorizing Official:
Dominic J. Mancini
Deputy Administrator,
Office Of Information And Regulatory Affairs
IC Title
Form No.
Cognitive interviewing N/A, N/A
for the Law
Enforcement
Management and
Administrative Statistics
(LEMAS) supplement
survey
National Inmate Survey N/A, N/A
(NIS-4J) - Jails
Outreach
List of ICs
Form Name
LEMAS Supplement
Survey – Post-Academy
Training questionnaire,
LEMAS Supplement
Survey – Response to
Police Suicide
questionnaire
NIS-4J Facility
Questionnaire Feedback
Form, NIS-4J COVIDrelated Restrictions
Assessment
2022 Census of Law
Enforcement Training
Academies (CLETA)
CFR Citation
Cognitive Interviewing CJ-52
for 2022 Census of Law
Enforcement Training
Academies
Survey of Public
N/A
Interview Protocol
Defenders Pilot Testing
Pretest Revised Survey N/A
SILJ Draft Instrument
of Inmates in Local Jails
Total Hours Actually Used for Information Collections Under Currently Approved ICR:
Hrs/$/Resp
107 / 0 / 40
37 / 0 / 48
55 / 0 / 60
5 / 0 / 10
587 / 0 / 360
791
Attachment 3. BJS Authorizing Legislation
DERIVATION
Title I
THE OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL AND SAFE STREETS ACT OF 1968
(Public Law 90-351)
42 U.S.C. § 3711, et seq.
AN ACT to assist State and local governments in reducing the incidence of crime, to increase the effectiveness,
fairness, and coordination of law enforcement and criminal justice systems at all levels of government, and for
other purposes.
As Amended By
THE OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL ACT OF 1970
(Public Law 91-644)
THE CRIME CONTROL ACT OF 1973
(Public Law 93-83)
THE JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT OF 1974
(Public Law 93-415)
THE PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS’ BENEFITS ACT OF 1976
(Public Law 94-430)
THE CRIME CONTROL ACT OF 1976
(Public Law 94-503)
THE JUSTICE SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1979
(Public Law 96-157)
THE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1984
(Public Law 98-473)
STATE AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1986
(Public Law 99-570-Subtitle K)
THE ANTI-DRUG ABUSE ACT OF 1988
TITLE VI, SUBTITLE C - STATE AND LOCAL NARCOTICS CONTROL
AND JUSTICE ASSISTANCE IMPROVEMENTS
(Public Law 100-690)
THE CRIME CONTROL ACT OF 1990
(Public Law 101-647)
BRADY HANDGUN VIOLENCE PROTECTION ACT
(Public Law 103-159)
VIOLENT CRIME CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 1994
(Public Law 103-322)
NATIONAL CHILD PROTECTION ACT OF 1993, AS AMENDED
(Public Law 103-209)
and
CRIME IDENTIFICATION TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1998
(Public Law 105-251)
BUREAU OF JUSTICE STATISTICS
CHAPTER 46 - SUBCHAPTER III
[TITLE I - PART C]
42 USC § 3731
[Sec. 301.] Statement of purpose
It is the purpose of this subchapter [part] to provide for and encourage the collection and analysis of
statistical information concerning crime, juvenile delinquency, and the operation of the criminal justice
system and related aspects of the civil justice system and to support the development of information and
statistical systems at the Federal, State, and local levels to improve the efforts of these levels of government
to measure and understand the levels of crime, juvenile delinquency, and the operation of the criminal
justice system and related aspects of the civil justice system. The Bureau shall utilize to the maximum
extent feasible State governmental organizations and facilities responsible for the collection and analysis of
criminal justice data and statistics. In carrying out the provisions of this subchapter [part], the Bureau shall
give primary emphasis to the problems of State and local justice systems.
42 USC § 3732
[Sec. 302.] Bureau of Justice Statistics
(a) Establishment. There is established within the Department of Justice, under the general authority of the
Attorney General, a Bureau of Justice Statistics (hereinafter referred to in this subchapter [part] as
“Bureau”).
(b) Appointment of Director; experience; authority; restrictions. The Bureau shall be headed by a Director
appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Director shall have had
experience in statistical programs. The Director shall have final authority for all grants, cooperative
agreements, and contracts awarded by the Bureau. The Director shall report to the Attorney General
through the Assistant Attorney General. The Director shall not engage in any other employment than that
of serving as Director; nor shall the Director hold any office in, or act in any capacity for, any organization,
agency, or institution with which the Bureau makes any contract or other arrangement under this Act.
(c) Duties and functions of Bureau. The Bureau is authorized to–
(1) make grants to, or enter into cooperative agreements or contracts with public agencies,
institutions of higher education, private organizations, or private individuals for purposes related
to this subchapter [part]; grants shall be made subject to continuing compliance with standards for
gathering justice statistics set forth in rules and regulations promulgated by the Director;
(2) collect and analyze information concerning criminal victimization, including crimes against the
elderly, and civil disputes;
(3) collect and analyze data that will serve as a continuous and comparable national social
indication of the prevalence, incidence, rates, extent, distribution, and attributes of crime, juvenile
delinquency, civil disputes, and other statistical factors related to crime, civil disputes, and
juvenile delinquency, in support of national, State, and local justice policy and decision making;
(4) collect and analyze statistical information, concerning the operations of the criminal justice
system at the Federal, State, and local levels;
(5) collect and analyze statistical information concerning the prevalence, incidence, rates, extent,
distribution, and attributes of crime, and juvenile delinquency, at the Federal, State, and local
levels;
(6) analyze the correlates of crime, civil disputes and juvenile delinquency, by the use of statistical
information, about criminal and civil justice systems at the Federal, State, and local levels, and
about the extent, distribution and attributes of crime, and juvenile delinquency, in the Nation and
at the Federal, State, and local levels;
(7) compile, collate, analyze, publish, and disseminate uniform national statistics concerning all
aspects of criminal justice and related aspects of civil justice, crime, including crimes against the
elderly, juvenile delinquency, criminal offenders, juvenile delinquents, and civil disputes in the
various States;
(8) recommend national standards for justice statistics and for insuring the reliability and validity
of justice statistics supplied pursuant to this chapter [title];
(9) maintain liaison with the judicial branches of the Federal and State Governments in matters
relating to justice statistics, and cooperate with the judicial branch in assuring as much uniformity
as feasible in statistical systems of the executive and judicial branches;
(10) provide information to the President, the Congress, the judiciary, State and local
governments, and the general public on justice statistics;
(11) establish or assist in the establishment of a system to provide State and local governments
with access to Federal informational resources useful in the planning, implementation, and
evaluation of programs under this Act;
(12) conduct or support research relating to methods of gathering or analyzing justice statistics;
(13) provide for the development of justice information systems programs and assistance to the
States and units of local government relating to collection, analysis, or dissemination of justice
statistics;
(14) develop and maintain a data processing capability to support the collection, aggregation,
analysis and dissemination of information on the incidence of crime and the operation of the
criminal justice system;
(15) collect, analyze and disseminate comprehensive Federal justice transaction statistics
(including statistics on issues of Federal justice interest such as public fraud and high technology
crime) and to provide technical assistance to and work jointly with other Federal agencies to
improve the availability and quality of Federal justice data;
(16) provide for the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of
information and statistics about the prevalence, incidence, rates, extent, distribution and attributes
of drug offenses, drug related offenses and drug dependent offenders and further provide for the
establishment of a national clearinghouse to maintain and update a comprehensive and timely data
base on all criminal justice aspects of the drug crisis and to disseminate such information;
(17) provide for the collection, analysis, dissemination and publication of statistics on the
condition and progress of drug control activities at the Federal, State and local levels with
particular attention to programs and intervention efforts demonstrated to be of value in the overall
national anti- drug strategy and to provide for the establishment of a national clearinghouse for the
gathering of data generated by Federal, State, and local criminal justice agencies on their drug
enforcement activities;
(18) provide for the development and enhancement of State and local criminal justice information
systems, and the standardization of data reporting relating to the collection, analysis or
dissemination of data and statistics about drug offenses, drug related offenses, or drug dependent
offenders;
(19) provide for research and improvements in the accuracy, completeness, and inclusiveness of
criminal history record information, information systems, arrest warrant, and stolen vehicle record
information and information systems and support research concerning the accuracy, completeness,
and inclusiveness of other criminal justice record information;
(20) maintain liaison with State and local governments and governments of other nations
concerning justice statistics;
(21) cooperate in and participate with national and international organizations in the development
of uniform justice statistics;
(22) ensure conformance with security and privacy requirement of section 3789g of this title and
identify, analyze, and participate in the development and implementation of privacy, security and
information policies which impact on Federal and State criminal justice operations and related
statistical activities; and
(23) exercise the powers and functions set out in subchapter VIII [part H] of this chapter [title].
(d) Justice statistical collection, analysis, and dissemination. To insure that all justice statistical collection,
analysis, and dissemination is carried out in a coordinated manner, the Director is authorized to–
(1) utilize, with their consent, the services, equipment, records, personnel, information, and
facilities of other Federal, State, local, and private agencies and instrumentalities with or without
reimbursement therefore, and to enter into agreements with such agencies and instrumentalities for
purposes of data collection and analysis;
(2) confer and cooperate with State, municipal, and other local agencies;
(3) request such information, data, and reports from any Federal agency as may be required to
carry out the purposes of this chapter [title];
(4) seek the cooperation of the judicial branch of the Federal Government in gathering data from
criminal justice records; and
(5) encourage replication, coordination and sharing among justice agencies regarding information
systems, information policy, and data.
(e) Furnishing of information, data, or reports by Federal agencies. Federal agencies requested to furnish
information, data, or reports pursuant to subsection (d)(3) of this section shall provide such information to
the Bureau as is required to carry out the purposes of this section.
(f) Consultation with representatives of State and local government and judiciary. In recommending
standards for gathering justice statistics under this section, the Director shall consult with representatives of
State and local government, including, where appropriate, representatives of the judiciary.
42 USC § 3733
[Sec. 303.] Authority for 100 per centum grants
A grant authorized under this subchapter [part] may be up to 100 per centum of the total cost of each
project for which such grant is made. The Bureau shall require, whenever feasible as a condition of
approval of a grant under this subchapter [part], that the recipient contribute money, facilities, or services to
carry out the purposes for which the grant is sought.
42 USC § 3735
[Sec. 304.] Use of data
Data collected by the Bureau shall be used only for statistical or research purposes, and shall be gathered in
a manner that precludes their use for law enforcement or any purpose relating to a particular individual
other than statistical or research purposes.
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
S2Q2a
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
S5Q18a
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
S7Q1a
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
S8Q4a_2a
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
S8Q6a
Attachment 4. Sample CAPI Survey Instrument Screenshots
Attachment 6. 60-Day Comments
From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:
Lovitt,Matthew (HHSC)
Minton, Todd (OJP)
[EXTERNAL] RE: Request: SILJ Collection Instrument for Public Comment
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 1:32:41 PM
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Mr. Minton,
Please accept the below comments concerning the Survey of Inmates in
Local Jails, as provided in the Federal Register—document citation 89 FR
18669, OMB number 1121-0098, document number 2024-05349.
Section 9 of the survey instrument includes questions related to
respondent’s current mental health status, past engagement with
the mental health system, and receipt of services since admission
into jail. I appreciate these questions and the value of the insights
that can be gleaned from their inclusion in the survey instrument.
However, the survey instrument appears to exclude questions that
may identify the factors preventing or inhibiting the provision of
mental health services in jail to respondents who have engaged the
mental health system prior to incarceration. For example, question
S9Q13d asks respondents if they are currently receiving mental
health services from the jail mental health provider. A follow up
question may be for the respondent to identify the primary barrier to
the receipt of mental health services in jail—limited provider
availability, inadequate service offering, correctional officer
workforce shortages, etc. The same or a subsequent question may
solicit information on the circumstances that motivated a respondent
to decline mental health services, perhaps due to the stigma
associated with receipt of services, the respondent’s belief that they
didn’t need care, etc.
I believe the information gleaned from the inclusion of questions
related to access to care would have significant practical utility at the
federal, state, and local level, as it relates to the development of a
robust care continuum that best meets the needs of justice-involved
people with mental illness. In other words, although the survey
instrument in its current form appears to be able to produce valuable
information on the circumstances or characteristics of people
currently in local jails, it appears to exclude questions that provide
insight into local jails themselves and how they might be improved.
Please let me know if there is another, more preferred method of comment
submission. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best,
Matthew
Matthew Lovitt, MSW
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of Forensic Coordination
Behavioral Health Services
Health and Human Services Commission
North Austin Complex
4601 W. Gaudalupe | Austin, Texas 78751
Cell: 512-578-8493
Email: matthew.lovitt@hhs.texas.gov
From: Minton, Todd (OJP)
Sent: Friday, March 15, 2024 11:08 AM
To: Lovitt,Matthew (HHSC)
Subject: RE: Request: SILJ Collection Instrument for Public Comment
WARNING: This email is from outside the HHS system. Do not click on links or attachments
unless you expect them from the sender and know the content is safe.
Please see the attached survey instrument.
Todd D. Minton
Acting Unit Chief
Jails and Community Corrections Statistics Unit
Bureau of Justice Statistics
U.S. Department of Justice
810 Seventh Street NW
Washington, DC 20531
Mobile 202.598.7226
Main BJS line 202.307.0765
www.BJS.gov
From: Lovitt,Matthew (HHSC)
Sent: Friday, March 15, 2024 10:19 AM
To: Minton, Todd (OJP)
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Request: SILJ Collection Instrument for Public Comment
Mr. Minton,
Good morning! I would like to provide public comment on the Survey of
Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ). Are you able to provide or point me in the
direction of the proposed information collection instrument to inform my
response? Please let me know what you think. Thank you.
Best,
Matthew
Matthew Lovitt, MSW
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of Forensic Coordination
Behavioral Health Services
Health and Human Services Commission
North Austin Complex
4601 W. Gaudalupe | Austin, Texas 78751
Cell: 512-578-8493
Email: matthew.lovitt@hhs.texas.gov
May 13, 2024
Dr. Kevin M. Scott
Acting Director
Bureau of Justice Statistics
Office of Justice Programs
U.S. Department of Justice
810 7th St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20531
Re: Public comments request on the reinstatement, with change, of BJS data collection: Survey
of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ), OMB Number 1121-0098.
Dear Dr. Scott:
NAMI appreciates the opportunity to submit comments in support of the “Survey of Inmates in
Local Jails (SILJ), 2024-2025”. NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s
largest grassroots mental health organization, dedicated to building better lives for people
affected by mental illness. We do this by providing education, support, public awareness and
advocacy through our over 700 affiliate organizations in communities across the country.
Currently there are few sources of publicly available data that includes information about people
with mental illness who are incarcerated in jails. The SILJ, in the past, has offered this important
source of detailed information that is essential to identifying the needs of justice systems,
monitoring national trends, and supporting policy changes.
Since the last time the SILJ was conducted in 2002, there have been a variety of changes in
criminal justice and mental health policy. Updating this data will be extremely valuable to
measuring progress and identifying still-needed reforms. Specifically, variables such as "mental
health problems and treatment", "experiences in jail and use of jail programs", "veterans in jail",
and "inmate misconduct" are critical to better understanding the experiences of people with
mental illness both within and outside of the justice system. Having updated data from this
survey will help inform the work of many system stakeholders and community organizations,
including NAMI, as we work to improve the criminal justice outcomes for people with mental
illness.
We appreciate that you are reinstating this widely cited data collection and believe that the
proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of
the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS). Additionally, we hope our response to this request for
public comment, informed by the stories of people who are impacted by the criminal justice
system, will help the agency with fulfilling its goal of collecting reliable, nationally
representative information.
Enhancing Information to Be Collected
People with mental illness are overrepresented in our nation’s jails and prisons. It is therefore
important that data and information collected from the justice system explores the needs and
unique experiences of people with mental illness. In response to your request for how the
“quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected can be enhanced”, we believe there
are opportunities in Section 10 of the questionnaire, “Jail Programs and Activities", articulated
below:
•
People Who Are Incarcerated
Section 10 of the questionnaire includes questions on housing, employment, and social
supports upon release, but it omits questions pertaining to plans for health or mental
health care. NAMI recommends that BJS add questions pertaining to plans for securing
necessary health care coverage and mental health services in Section 10.
NAMI has a unique understanding of the health care-related needs and challenges of
people with mental illness who are justice-involved. We hear stories every day
throughout the NAMI Alliance- stories from people with mental illness and family
members about their experiences with the criminal justice system. A NAMI advocate,
Marcel from California, shared details about his family’s experience when his brother,
who has a mental illness, was released from incarceration:
“Upon being released there was no linkage for services even though a documented
serious mental illness was included in multiple reports. Now we are stuck trying to find
care and services and having to jump through hoops just to get information on what's
available. Access to care shouldn't be so difficult. Everyone deserves access to quality
and culturally appropriate services regardless of the circumstances. We need to do a
better job or wrap around services, so folks do not get stuck in a vicious cycle.”
This personal story highlights the importance of reentry programs and policies that
address health and mental health care. Medication, health care coverage, and knowing
where to turn to for treatment and support are all fundamental to the continuity of care for
recently released individuals and preventing reincarceration. As NAMI advocates for
increased access to health care services as part of reentry programs, it is essential to
understanding if and how many jails are currently supporting the health care re-entry
needs of people with mental illness. We ask that you consider our request to incorporate
questions related to these topics.
•
Solitary Confinement
Section 10 of the questionnaire also includes questions pertaining to “inmate rule
violations” and “disciplinary actions”, including solitary confinement or segregation. We
applaud BJS for continuing to include information regarding the use of solitary
confinement in the SILJ. NAMI opposes the use of solitary confinement and equivalent
forms of administrative segregation for high-risk populations, including people with
mental illness. It is routinely documented that solitary confinement is used extensively in
correctional settings for people with severe psychiatric symptoms, which can cause
extreme suffering and worsening of symptoms 1. Having data on the use of solitary
confinement, and the experiences of people placed in these settings, is crucial to
evaluating its use and identifying reforms.
However, NAMI recommends that Section 10 of the questionnaire be modified to include
questions related to people’s experiences with solitary confinement throughout their
current period of incarceration. Currently the questionnaire asks about the “rule violation
that occurred most recently”. Many people, especially those who are most vulnerable
within the jail system, may be placed in solitary confinement multiple times within one
jail stay. Asking about their experience as a whole, including the most recent and any
previous experiences, can help to provide a more holistic picture of solitary confinement
and its use. It will also assist in efforts to provide mental health care alternatives to
solitary confinement for people with mental health conditions.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this important data collection. Updated data
through the SILJ will provide valuable insight that is needed for communities’ work to improve
resources and reforms for people impacted by the justice system. If you have any questions or
would like to discuss our comments further, please contact Shannon Scully, Director of Justice
Policy & Initiatives at sscully@nami.org.
Sincerely,
Hannah Wesolowski
Chief Advocacy Officer
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Association of State Correctional Administrators & Liman Center for Public Interest Law at Yale Law School.
Reforming Restrictive Housing: The 2018 ASCA-Liman Nationwide Survey of Time-in-Cell. (October 2018).
https://law.yale.edu/sites/default/files/documents/pdf/Liman/asca_liman_2018_restrictive_housing_revised_
sept_25_2018_-_embargoed_unt.pdf
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Attachment 8. Informed Consent
Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
Consent to Participate in Research (Standard) – 1st person
Introduction
The Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) is a research study done by the Bureau of Justice
Statistics (BJS) and U.S. Census Bureau. The purpose of this survey is to learn about trends in
inmate characteristics, criminal justice practices, and physical and mental health status of jail
inmates in the United States. BJS will report findings in statistical reports. Interviews will be
conducted at 600 jails for this study, and you are one of 10,000 inmates who have been randomly
selected to participate. This means that you represent all the other inmates that were not chosen
to take part. Your participation is voluntary, but we would like to know about your experiences.
Let me tell you about the study and you can decide if you want to take part.
Description of the Study
This interview will take about 70 minutes. I will ask about your:
•
•
•
•
•
education, work, and family background,
current and prior offense history,
physical and mental health and treatment received,
drug and alcohol use before admission to jail, and
experiences in jail and use of jail programs.
I will enter your answers into the laptop.
Within the next 5 years, the Bureau of Justice Statistics may combine your answers with information
other government agencies already have about you. This might include information about your:
•
•
•
employment and income,
criminal records, and
benefits you might have gotten from government programs.
Adding this information cuts down on the number of questions I ask today. We will only use this
information to produce statistics. Your information will be combined with the information from all other
inmates in the study.
Confidentiality
There are laws that protects confidentiality of your answers, 34 U.S.C. § 10231 and Title 13.
This study is also covered by the privacy certification requirements of 28 C.F.R. § 22.23. This
means that your answers and any personally identifiable information we collect will be kept
private and confidential. I will not ask you questions if I think someone can overhear your
answers. We will not share your answers with anyone at this jail, a supervision officer, employer,
or anyone else from the community. Nothing you tell me during the interview can be used in any
legal action. All information will be kept secure.
A dataset of all the answers provided by inmates will be created and used for research in the field of
criminal justice. The dataset will not include your name or other personal identifiers. It is a federal crime
for anyone on the project team to release your confidential information.
Attachment 8. Informed Consent
The only exceptions to our promise of confidentiality include if you tell me that you plan to
seriously harm yourself or a specific person, plan to commit a future crime, or have had sexual
contact with another inmate or correctional staff. In these cases, I may need to inform officials at
this jail or authorities outside the jail who are responsible for protecting jail inmates.
Voluntary Participation
This is a voluntary survey. If you choose not to participate, or if you begin the survey and decide to stop
before the end, the terms or length of your confinement will not be affected, and you will not lose any
benefits or services that you now receive or might receive in the future. Whether you participate will not
affect your legal status, your relationship with this facility, or any decisions regarding your release from
this facility in any way.
Possible Risks or Discomforts
Some of the questions are personal or ask about past behaviors that may have been illegal. These
questions may make you feel uncomfortable or upset. You can skip any questions you do not
want to answer or you can stop the interview at any time. I will not ask you questions if I think
someone can overhear your answers.
Benefits
You will not receive any direct benefits for participating in this study, but the results of the study
may be used by policymakers to improve how jails across the nation address different issues
such mental health conditions among jail inmates across the nation, as well as those who will be
released. If you do not take part, you will not lose any benefits or services that you now receive
or might receive in the future.
Further Questions
If you have any questions about the project, you may write to the Survey of Inmates in Local
Jails at U.S. Census Bureau, <>. If you have questions about your rights as a project
participant, you can write to Census Bureau’s XXXXX XXXXXX at the same address.
Attachment 8. Informed Consent
Refusal Conversion Script
INTERVIEWER:
AFTER READING THE CONSENT FORM:
Do you have any questions about the study at this time? RESPOND IN ACCORDANCE WITH
TRAINING.
If you agree to take part, I’ll begin the interview.
IF AGREES, CODE CONSENT STATUS IN CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, PROVIDE
RESPONDENT WITH STANDARD CONSENT FORM, AND BEGIN INTERVIEW.
IF INITIAL REFUSAL:
ASK IF THE INMATE HAS ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS. ANSWER THE INMATE’S
QUESTIONS AND/OR ATTEMPT TO ADDRESS THE CONCERNS USING STANDARD SILJ
CONVERSION TECHNIQUES. IF STANDARD SILJ TECHNIQUES ARE SUCCESSFUL, CODE
CONSENT STATUS IN CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND BEGIN INTERVIEW.
PROVIDE RESPONDENT WITH STANDARD CONSENT FORM.
IF STANDARD TECHNIQUES ARE NOT SUCCESSFUL, AS FINAL EFFORT TO ELICIT
PARTICIPATION, OFFER OPT-OUT OPTION.
I understand that you don’t want to take part in the study as I’ve described it. Because you represent
many other inmates, it’s important to learn what we can about your experiences. And if you would be
willing to participate in just part of the study, you can still help us identify ways to improve things for
inmates in the future and those who return to the community.
If you agree, you can do the interview and allow us to combine your answers with just your current
criminal record to save time. And I can promise that we will not review your future criminal records
or get information about you from any other government agencies for additional research purposes.
If you agree to that, I can begin the interview.
IF AGREES, CODE CONSENT STATUS IN CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, PROVIDE
RESPONDENT WITH OPT-OUT CONSENT FORM, AND BEGIN INTERVIEW.
IF REFUSES, CODE REFUSAL STATUS IN CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND THANK
INMATE (DO NOT BEGIN INTERVIEW).
Attachment 8. Informed Consent
Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
Consent to Participate in Research (Opt-Out)
Introduction
The Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) is a research study done by the Bureau of Justice
Statistics and U.S. Census Bureau. The purpose is to learn about trends in inmate characteristics,
criminal justice practices, and physical and mental health status of jail inmates in the United
States. Interviews will be conducted at 600 jails for this study, and you are one of 10,000 inmates
who have been randomly selected to participate. This means that you represent all the other
inmates that were not chosen to take part. Your participation is voluntary, but we would like to
know about your experiences. Let me tell you about the study and you can decide if you want to
take part.
Description of the Study
This interview will take about 70 minutes. I will ask about your:
•
•
•
•
•
education, work, and family background,
current and prior offense history,
physical and mental health and treatment received,
drug and alcohol use before admission to jail, and
experiences in jail and use of jail programs.
I will enter your answers into the laptop.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics will combine your answers with information from your current criminal
history records. Adding this information cuts down on the number of questions I ask today. We will only
use this information to produce statistics. Your information will be combined with the information from
all other inmates in the study.
Confidentiality
There is a law that protects confidentiality of your answers, 34 U.S.C. § 10231. This study is also
covered by the privacy certification requirements of 28 C.F.R. § 22.23. This means that your
answers and any personally identifiable information we collect will be kept private and
confidential. I will not ask you questions if I think someone can overhear your answers. We will
not share your answers with anyone at this jail, a supervision officer, employer, or anyone else
from the community. Nothing you tell me during the interview can be used in any legal action.
All information will be kept secure.
A dataset of all the answers provided by inmates will be created and used for research in the field of
criminal justice. The dataset will not include your name or other personal identifiers. It is a federal crime
for anyone on the project team to release your confidential information.
The only exceptions to our promise of confidentiality include if you tell me that you plan to
seriously harm yourself or a specific person, plan to commit a future crime, or have had sexual
contact with another inmate or correctional staff. In these cases, I may need to inform officials at
Attachment 8. Informed Consent
this jail or authorities outside the jail who are responsible for protecting jail inmates.
Voluntary Participation
This is a voluntary survey. If you choose not to participate, or if you begin the survey and decide to stop
before the end, the terms or length of your confinement will not be affected, and you will not lose any
benefits or services that you now receive or might receive in the future. Whether you participate will not
affect your legal status, your relationship with this facility, or any decisions regarding your release from
this facility in any way.
Possible Risks or Discomforts
Some of the questions are personal or ask about past behaviors that may have been illegal. These
questions may make you feel uncomfortable or upset. You can skip any questions you do not
want to answer or you can stop the interview at any time. I will not ask you questions if I think
someone can overhear your answers.
Benefits
You will not receive any direct benefits for participating in this study, but the results of the study
may be used by policymakers to improve how jails across the nation address different issues
such mental health conditions among jail inmates across the nation, as well as those who will be
released. If you do not take part, you will not lose any benefits or services that you now receive
or might receive in the future.
Further Questions
If you have any questions about the project, you may write to the Survey of Inmates in Local
Jails at U.S. Census Bureau, <>. If you have questions about your rights as a project
participant, you can write to Census Bureau’s XXXXX XXXXXX at the same address.
Attachment 9. OJP IRB Determination of Exemption
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
Washington, D.C. 20531
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Todd D. Minton
Statistician, Corrections Statistics Unit
Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS)
FROM:
Cheryl Crawford Watson, JD
Chair
Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Institutional Review Board (IRB)
DATE:
April 04, 2024
PROTOCOL #:
2024-1
SUBJECT:
Determination of Exemption from IRB Review for BJS Survey of Inmates
in Local Jails (SILJ)
Thank you for submitting your application for exemption for the SILJ to the OJP IRB. We
appreciate your work in completing the application, and your efforts in responding to the OJP
IRB’s follow-up questions. The SILJ application for exemption was evaluated considering the
federal regulations that govern the protection of human subjects and confidentiality of
information.
BJS has submitted a memorandum dated February 05, 2024 from you to me describing the
project and requesting exemption from IRB review. The SILJ survey collects information on
individual characteristics of jail inmates, current offenses and detention status, characteristics of
victims, criminal histories, family background, gun possession and use, prior drug and alcohol
use and treatment, medical and mental health history and treatment, vocational programs and
other services provided while in jails, as well as other personal characteristics. Data is collected
periodically (last collected in 2002) through personal interviews with a nationally representative
sample of 10,000 inmates age 18 and older held in 600 local (county and city) jails. That
memorandum proposed that the SILJ merits exemption from IRB review based on 28 C.F.R. §
46.101(b)(3), as reproduced below, in light of the statutory confidentiality protections of both 13
U.S.C. § 9 (Census Bureau) and 34 U.S.C. §10231(a) (OJP).
Specifically, 28 C.F.R. § 46.101(b)(3) identifies the following category of research activities that
is exempt from IRB review:
“Research involving the use of educational tests (cognitive, diagnostic, aptitude, achievement),
survey procedures, interview procedures, or observation of public behavior that is not exempt
under paragraph (b)(2) of this section, if:
(i) The human subjects are elected or appointed public officials or candidates for public office; or
(ii) Federal statute(s) require(s) without exception that the confidentiality of the personally
identifiable information will be maintained throughout the research and thereafter.”
Under its terms, for a confidentiality statute to trigger the 46.101(b)(3) exemption, it must ensure
confidentiality “without exception.” I note that, in respect to the confidentiality statute covering
the Department of Commerce, a number of exceptions are expressly stated. Title 13 U.S.C. §
9(a) currently reads:
“Neither the Secretary, nor any other officer or employee of the Department of Commerce or
bureau or agency thereof, or local government census liaison, may, except as provided in section
8 or 16 or chapter 10 of this title or section 210 of the Departments of Commerce, Justice, and
State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1998 or section 2(f) of the Census
of Agriculture Act of 1997.(1)
use the information furnished under the provisions of this title for any purpose other than
the statistical purposes for which it is supplied; or . . .”
In the view of the OJP’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC), these exceptions disqualify 13
U.S.C. § 9 from meeting the requirement in 46.101(b)(3) that the statute operate to protect
confidentiality without exception.
In contrast, the confidentiality statute governing OJP (34 U.S.C. §10231(a)) does not include any
express exceptions. It reads, in relevant part:
“No officer or employee of the Federal Government, and no recipient of assistance under the
provisions of this chapter shall use or reveal any research or statistical information furnished
under this chapter by any person and identifiable to any specific private person for any purpose
other than the purpose for which it was obtained in accordance with this chapter.”
OJP’s OGC has concluded that 34 U.S.C. § 10231(a) provides sufficient confidentiality
protection to trigger the 46.101(b)(3) exemption.
The OJP IRB has determined that:
1.
2.
3.
4.
The SILJ meets the definition of “research” as presented in 28 C.F.R. § 46.102(d),
The SILJ involves “human subjects” as that term is defined in 28 C.F.R. § 46.102(f),
The SILJ involves “interview procedures” as referenced in 28 C.F.R. § 46.101(b)(3), and
The Federal statute, 34 U.S.C. § 10231(a), requires without exception that the
confidentiality of the personally identifiable information will be maintained throughout
the research and thereafter.
Based on these determinations, the OJP IRB concludes that the SILJ is exempt from further IRB
review. If the text of 34 U.S.C. § 10231(a) should be amended in the future, please contact the
OJP IRB to determine the appropriate next steps.
A goal of the IRB is to protect human subjects in the conduct of research and prevent negative
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outcomes from occurring during any research study. However, despite best intent, unforeseen
circumstances or events may occur during the process of data collection. If an unexpected
circumstance arises or an adverse event occurs, please notify the OJP IRB as soon as possible so
that we may work with you toward a successful resolution.
The IRB also had the suggestion to clarify the age ranges on the SILJ form and you have done
that.
Please refer to the protocol number 2024-1 in all communication or correspondence related to
this application and determination of exemption.
Should you have any additional questions, please contact me at by phone at 202-305-5907 or via
email at ojpirb@usdoj.gov
04/03/24
SIGNED: __________________________________DATE: ____________________________
Cheryl Crawford Watson
Chair, OJP IRB
Cc:
Peter Brien, Assistant General Counsel
Office of the General Counsel, OJP
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Attachment 10. Invitation Letter Template
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
Bureau of Justice Statistics
Washington, D.C. 20531
<>
<> <>, <>
<<HOA Address1>>
<<HOA Address2>>
Dear <<Title>> <<Last Name>>,
I am writing to ask for your assistance with the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ). The
SILJ is the only national source of detailed information on the characteristics of jail inmates. The
enclosed brochure provides a general overview of the SILJ, why we are conducting the survey, who
participates, when the study will begin, and how the data will be used.
Your facility, <<Facility>>, has been randomly selected for inclusion. BJS has partnered with the
U.S. Census Bureau to collect the data for SILJ.
The U.S. Census Bureau will contact you shortly through email to request access to a liaison from
your office for the survey. The Census Bureau will work with the liaison to coordinate logistics for
the data collection. We will work diligently with your facility to ensure the survey has the smallest
practicable impact on operations.
The interviews will occur over several days and you will be asked to provide a roster of inmates
housed in your facility at the time of the data collection to support inmate selection. Each interview
will take approximately 70 minutes and will include questions about the inmate’s individual
characteristics, current offense, criminal history, family background, medical and mental health
history and treatment, inmate misconduct, and participation in jail programs.
All data collected under BJS’s authority are protected under the confidentiality provisions of 34
U.S.C. § 10132, and any person who violates these provisions may be punished by a fine up to
$10,000, in addition to any other penalties imposed by law. For more information, see the BJS Data
Protection Guidelines at https://bjs.ojp.gov/document/bjs_data_protection_guidelines.pdf.
BJS and the Census Bureau would like to thank you and your staff for your effort in support of the
SILJ survey. If you have any questions, please contact Todd Minton, the BJS Project Manager, at
Todd.Minton@usdoj.gov or 202-598-7226.
Sincerely,
Kevin M. Scott, Ph.D.
Acting Director, BJS
Enclosure.
Attachment 11. Informative Flyer
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
Bureau of Justice Statistics
2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
APRIL 2024
For the seventh time since 1972, the Bureau of Justice
Statistics (BJS) is planning to conduct the Survey of
Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) in November 2024. The
survey is administered by the U.S. Census Bureau for
BJS. The SILJ is the only national source of detailed
information on the characteristics of jail inmates,
including special populations such as drug and alcohol
users, mentally ill inmates, and inmates at different stages
of the criminal justice process.
Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
Local Jails
Incarceration
Inmate Survey
Profile of
Jail Inmates
What information will the SILJ collect?
The SILJ consists of in-person interviews of inmates in
the custody of local (county and city) jails. BJS uses the
self-report data collected through the SILJ to examine
jail populations over a variety of domains, including
information on the inmates’:
education, work experience, military service, family
background, and citizenship status
current charges and prior criminal history
physical and mental health conditions and
treatment received
drug and alcohol use before admission to jail
experiences in jail and use of jail programs.
Who participates and when will the 2024
SILJ begin?
BJS randomly selected 600 jails varying in size and
demographic makeup to participate in the study. Over
several days in each facility, the 70-minute survey will
be administered to a nationally representative sample
of 10,000 inmates across the 600 jails, using Computer
Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI). The CAPI
instrument was pretested successfully in 2023 with a
sample of 169 inmates in five local jails. Data collection
will likely occur in your jail between November 2024 and
February 2025. BJS and the U.S. Census Bureau will work
with you to schedule a timeframe that works best for
their facility.
Why should jails participate?
The SILJ collects data that cannot be obtained in any
other way, and the success and accuracy of the survey
depend on your participation. No other source of data
provides detailed national information on who is held
in local jails—their offenses, their sentences, their prior
criminal involvement, and their prior use of drugs and
alcohol. The survey allows practitioners to compare their
facilities, their inmates, and their special circumstances
with those from jails across the United States. It
provides representative data to federal, state, and local
policymakers. Data from past surveys have been used
by Congress to monitor trends, develop legislation, and
assess the legislative impact of law enforcement initiatives.
2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
How will the data be used?
BJS may only use the data for statistical and research
purposes [34 U.S.C. § 10134]. BJS will use these data to
publish national-level information in a series of special
reports, statistical briefs, statistical tables, and other
products on issues relevant to jail inmates, such as:
substance use and treatment
mental health problems and treatment
co-occurring mental health and substance use issues
medical problems
How will the data be protected?
firearms use during crime
veterans in jail
access to legal representation
inmate misconduct
monetary sanctions (court costs, fees, fines, restitution,
and other financial liabilities related to contact with the
justice system)
characteristics of inmates’ victims.
Consistent with its statistical mission, BJS will make SILJ
microdata available to researchers, professionals, and
other users for secondary analysis purposes, subject to
strong confidentiality protections and applicable federal
law. BJS archives its published data at its official criminal
justice data archive, currently the National Archive of
Criminal Justice Data, to facilitate and encourage criminal
justice research. Prior SILJ studies are widely cited in
external publications. (See https://www.icpsr.umich.edu/
web/ICPSR/series/69.)
CONNECT WITH US
All data submitted for archiving undergo a comprehensive
disclosure risk assessment to determine the appropriate
level of access and protection needed to protect
confidentiality. BJS and its archive operate strict controls
and apply robust safeguards to mitigate potential privacy
risks. BJS adheres to the Standard Application Process
to accept and review applications for its restricted data
[OMB Memorandum M-23-04, available at https://www.
whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/M-23-04.
pdf]. More information about NACJD and its archiving
practices can be found at https://www.icpsr.umich.edu/
web/pages/NACJD/index.html.
@BJSGov
AskBJS@usdoj.gov
BJS will protect the privacy and confidentiality of inmate
data to the fullest extent under federal law [34 U.S.C.
§ 10231]. Any person who violates these provisions
may be punished by a fine of up to $10,000, plus other
penalties. Per the Federal Cybersecurity Enhancement
Act of 2015, data are further protected from cybersecurity
risks through screening of the systems that transmit BJS
data. More information about the various authorities that
govern BJS data is available in the BJS Data Protection
Guidelines at https://bjs.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh236/
files/media/document/bjs_data_protection_guidelines.
pdf.
How can I find out more about the SILJ?
See https://bjs.ojp.gov/survey-inmates-local-jail
s-silj-2024-2025 for more information.
Todd D. Minton, Unit Chief
Jails and Community Corrections Statistics Unit
Bureau of Justice Statistics
202-598-7226 | Todd.Minton@usdoj.gov
(Include “SILJ2024” in the email subject line.)
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Attachment 12. Follow-up Email
Subject: 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) – Survey Participation: Follow-up
Dear <<Salutation>> <<ContactLastName>>:
Last week you should have received a letter (Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ), 2024-2025 |
Bureau of Justice Statistics (ojp.gov)) from Kevin M. Scott, Acting Director of the Bureau of
Justice Statistics (BJS) regarding the Bureau’s research effort to conduct the 2024 Survey of
Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) at the <<Facility>>. I know that you have many responsibilities and
priorities and truly appreciate your time and effort to allow BJS and Census Bureau (BJS data
collection agent) to conduct this study in your facility.
This data collection is key to the success of BJS’s effort to disseminate comprehensive national
data on jail inmates, and vital to understanding the changing correctional populations and policy
relevant subjects. SILJ is the only national source of detailed information on the characteristics of
jail inmates.
Our current point of contact for data collection in your facility is <<Facility POC>>. Is this
correct, or should we reach out to a different individual to coordinate logistic planning?
BJS and Census Bureau thank you in advance for your participation and look forward to working
together. If you have questions, please reach out to the Census Bureau <<Phone>> or <<Email>>.
If you have any general comments, please contact the BJS Program Manager, <<BJS Contact>> at
<<Phone>> or <<Email>>.
Sincerely,
<<Census Bureau Contact>>
Attachment 13. Reminder Email
Subject: 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) – Survey Participation: Reminder
Dear <<Salutation>> <<ContactLastName>>:
Over the past few weeks you should have received a letter and follow-up email regarding BJS’s
effort to conduct the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) at the <<Facility>>. Please let
me know your decision to participate so I can inform my team on how to proceed with the study.
If you have any questions, please contact the Census Bureau at <<Phone>> or <<Email>>. If you
have any general comments, please contact <<BJS Contact>>, BJS’s SILJ Project Manager, at
<<Email>> or <<Phone>>.
Sincerely,
<<Census Bureau Contact>>
Attachment 14. Final Reminder Email
Subject: 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) – Survey Participation: Final Reminder
Dear <<Salutation>> <<ContactLastName>>:
I’m reaching out to you regarding the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) effort to conduct the
2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) at the <<facility>>. I’m <<Census Bureau
Contact>> from the U.S. Census Bureau. We are working with BJS to conduct the interviews. A
formal letter and two follow-up emails requesting participation was sent to
<<Sheriff/Administrator ContactLastName>> in <<Month>>.
I haven’t heard back, so I’m hoping to communicate with you since you are the point of contact
for <<BJS’s Annual Survey of Jails/Census of Jails/National Inmate Survey>>. The original
letter and informative flyer (Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ), 2024-2025 | Bureau of Justice
Statistics (ojp.gov))from the BJS Acting Director includes detail on the SILJ study. I would
welcome the opportunity to discuss your participation in this important initiative. I can be
reached at <<Phone>> or <<Email>>.
Sincerely,
<<Census Bureau Contact>>
Attachment 15: Nonresponse Telephone Call Script
[IF CALL RINGS TO A GATEKEEPER]
Hello, this is <<Census Bureau Contact>> calling on behalf of the Bureau of Justice Statistics
(BJS) in the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
(SILJ). I am following up on the data collection invitation that was sent addressed to <<Annual
Survey of Jails/Census of Jails Contact>>. May I speak with <<Annual Survey of Jails/Census of
Jails Contact>>?
[IF CALL REACHES POC]
Hello, this is <<Census Bureau Contact>> calling on behalf of the Bureau of Justice Statistics
(BJS) in the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails
(SILJ). I wanted to follow up with you to confirm that you received the invitation to participate
in the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails.
[IF RESPONDENT RECEIVED THE INVITATION]
Does your facility agree to participate in the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails?
[IF AGENCY SAYS THEY INTEND TO PARTICIPATE]
Thank you for agreeing to participate. As a next step, we would like to schedule a time to
speak with you, so we can answer any questions you may have, and to collect some
preliminary information that will help us prepare for the study. After this call, I will email
you with information regarding logistic planning.
[IF QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SURVEY]
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•
•
The purpose of the SILJ is to conduct inmate interviews and collect information on their
individual characteristics, current offense, detention status, criminal history, family
background, prior drug and alcohol use and treatment, medical and mental health history
and treatment, inmate misconduct, and participation in jail programs.
BJS randomly selected 600 jails varying in size and demographic makeup to participate
in the study. Over several days in each facility, we expect to administer the # minute
survey to a nationally representative sample of 10,000 inmates across the 600 selected
jails, using a computer assisted personal interview (CAPI) instrument.
The information will be used only to publish national-level information in a series of
special reports, statistical briefs, and statistical tables by BJS.
[IF RESPONDENT DID NOT RECEIVE THE INVITATION]
Let me review the contact information we have on file for your agency and re-send the
information. [REVIEW E-MAIL ADDRESS AND MAILING ADDRESS.]
[IF AGENCY SAYS THEY DO NOT INTEND TO PARTICIPATE]
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•
Because the survey is intended to be nationally representative and unbiased, we need
each of the selected jails to participate. We cannot substitute sites and still have a
representative sample. The accuracy of the survey depends on 100% participation by all
of the selected sites.
The survey collects data that simply cannot be obtained in any other way. There is no
other source of data that provides detailed national information on who is held in local
Attachment 15: Nonresponse Telephone Call Script
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•
jails-- their offenses, their sentences, their prior criminal involvement, their prior use of
drugs and alcohol.
The survey allows practitioners to compare their facilities, their inmates, and their special
circumstances with those from jails all across the U.S. It provides representative data to
federal, state, and local policymakers.
In developing the survey, we worked closely with representatives of the American Jail
Association, as well as other jail practitioners, to accurately address a wide range of
issues. Should you wish, I can ask some of them to call you and discuss their views on
the importance of this survey.
[IF REFUSAL REVERSAL AND AGENCY SAYS THEY INTEND TO
PARTICIPATE]
Thank you for agreeing to participate. As a next step, we would like to schedule a time to
speak with you, so we can answer any questions you may have, and to collect some
preliminary information that will help us prepare for the study. After this call, I will email
you with information regarding logistic planning.
Attachment 16. Refusal Reversal
Subject: 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ) – Survey Participation: Refusal Reversal
Dear <<Salutation>> <<ContactLastName>>:
I am writing to you to request that you reconsider participating in our national Survey of Inmates
in Local Jails, scheduled to begin November 2024. The survey collects data that simply cannot
be obtained in any other way. There is no other source of data that provides detailed national
information on who is held in local jails-- their offenses, their sentences, their prior criminal
involvement, their prior use of drugs and alcohol. In developing the survey, we worked closely
with representatives of the American Jail Association, as well as other jail practitioners, to
accurately address a wide range of issues. Should you wish, I can ask some of them to call you
and discuss their views on the importance of this survey.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) is strongly committed to the success of this survey effort.
Since 1983, when BJS first began tracking the U.S. jail population, the number of inmates in
local jails has tripled from 223,500 to 663,100 at midyear 2022. Other than what administrators
learn from the day-to-day operation of their facilities, the inmate surveys have provided
invaluable information on the potential causes of this dramatic growth and the impact such
growth has had nationwide.
The survey allows practitioners to compare their facilities, their inmates, and their special
circumstances with those from jails all across the U.S. It provides representative data to federal,
state, and local policymakers. Data from past surveys have been used by Congress to monitor
trends, develop legislation, and assess the legislative impact of law enforcement initiatives. As a
measure of the usefulness of our collections, the BJS website received over 500,000 hits in 2023,
about quarter searching for jail related data. Additionally, BJS received more than a thousand
emails and telephone requests for information, and requests for corrections data comprised over
one-third of the total.
In prior years, the self-report data collected through SILJ have been used by BJS to examine the
jail population over a variety of domains and issues and assess trends in the population over
time. BJS has reported (https://bjs.ojp.gov/data-collection/survey-inmates-local-jails-silj) SILJ
results in numerous statistical products on a range of topics, such as:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Profile of Jail Inmates, 2002 (NCJ 201932)
Substance Dependence, Abuse, and Treatment of Jail Inmates, 2002 (NCJ 209588)
Mental Health Problems of Prison and Jail Inmates (NCJ 213600)
Medical Problems of Jail Inmates (NCJ 210696)
DWI Offenders Under Correctional Supervision (NCJ 172212)
Veterans in Prison or Jail (NCJ 178888)
Attachment 16. Refusal Reversal
Because the survey is intended to be nationally representative and unbiased, we need each of the
selected jails to participate. We cannot substitute sites and still have a representative sample. The
accuracy of the survey depends on 100% participation by all of the selected sites. Based on
preliminary estimates, about <<Number of inmates>> in the <<Facility>> would be selected for
an interview. The # minute interviews, conducted by a professional Census field representative,
would take about <<Number of Days>> days to complete. Our interviewers have conducted
interviews through cell doors and in hallways, recreation areas, staff offices, areas reserved for
visitors or attorneys, and other areas. The Census Bureau staff are instructed to follow all facility
rules and will not disrupt jail operations.
The information gathered in this survey is very important, and we need your participation for a
successful collection. If you have any questions about the survey, please feel free to call me at
<<Unit Chief Phone Number>>. If you will permit us to conduct the survey in your jail, please
email me at <<Unit Chief Email>>.
Sincerely,
<<Unit Chief Name>>, Chief
Jails and Community Corrections Statistics Unit
Attachment 17. Welcome Email and Logistic Planning
<<Facility POC>>,
Thank you for agreeing to participate in the 2024 Survey of Inmates in Local Jails (SILJ). Your
participation will be extremely valuable to the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) effort to
disseminate comprehensive national data on jail inmates. I’m << Census Bureau Contact >> from
the U.S. Census Bureau. We are contracted from BJS to be their data collection agent.
As a next step, we would like to schedule a time to speak with you, so we can answer any
questions you may have, and to collect some preliminary information that will help us prepare
for the field visit to conduct the national study. Some of the items we would like to discuss with
you include:
1. What is the clearance process for conducting interviews in your jail?
a. How soon should we start the process?
b. Are there restrictions for interviewers/staff from out-of-state?
c. How long does the clearance process usually take?
2. Are there COVID-19 protocols we should be aware of?
3. Are there gender restrictions for interviews? (Can a male interviewer conduct interviews
with females and vice versa?)
4. Is there a need for bilingual interviewers (Spanish)?
5. Where would the interviews take place? (We need private space to conduct interviews.)
6. How would laptop/tablet use and technology to transfer data be governed? Is there an
outlet available that we could use to charge our laptops?
7. Identifying the number of days and hours interviews are conducted. Would we be able to
stay an extra day to conduct interviews (if necessary)?
8. We have show cards that are used during the survey that include a list of available
responses. Will we be permitted to give inmates show cards that they can access during
the survey?
9. Will we be permitted to give inmates copies of consent forms prior to doing the survey?
10. Can we access a list of inmates that will be incarcerated at the time of the field visit ahead
of time?
11. Are there any facility rules we should be aware of?
We intend to start inmate interviews in November 2024. Once we are able to collect information
about the questions listed above, we can begin the process of preparing for the study in your
facility. We want to ensure that we are able to collect the information we need with minimal
disruption to you and the facility in which we are conducting the interviews.
Please let us know a good date and time to connect. We appreciate your time and support. If you
have any questions, please contact me at <<Phone>> or <<Email>>.
Sincerely,
<<Census Bureau Contact>>
Attachment 18: SILJ Non-Interview Worksheet
1. Respondent ID# (auto-assigned by CAPI from predetermined list) _______________
2. Facility ID# _______________
3. Data Collection Date (time stamp in CAPI) _______________
4. Interviewer ID# (assigned via CAPI survey program) _______________
5. Inmate sex 1=Male and 2=Female] _______________
6. Race/Ethnicity (Mark all that apply)
1=White
2=Black or African American
3=Hispanic or Latino
4=American Indian or Alaskan Native
5=Asian
6= Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
7=Other [specify] ____________
7. Is this inmate convicted of any offense?
Yes/No
If no, no further information required.
8. If yes, is this inmate sentenced for any offense?
Yes/No
If yes, enter most serious offense for which sentenced _______________
If no, enter most serious offense for which convicted _______________
Interview Status
9. Result of approach
a. Available and sent to FI
b. Not available
IF Q9=a -> 10. What was result with FI?
1=Complete
2=Breakoff
3=Refusal
IF Q9=b -> 11. Reason not available
[Must have 1 in 10bb OR 10c]
1=Did not want to be interviewed
2=Out to court
3=Temporarily absent (e.g., furlough, work release)
4=Released
5=Transferred to another facility
6= Mentally incapable
7=Physically unable
8=Medical Unit, out to hospital
9=Violent or uncontrolled behavior
10=Physically ill
11=Language barrier [specify] ____________
12=Other reason[Specify] ____________
Attachment 19. Thank You Letter Template
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
Bureau of Justice Statistics
Washington, D.C. 20531
<<Date>>
<<First Name>> <<Last Name>>, <<Title>>
<<HOA/POC Address1>>
<<HOA/POC Address2>>
Dear <<Title>> <<Last Name>>,
Thank you for your recent participation in the Bureau of Justice Statistics’ 2024 Survey of Inmates in
Local Jails (SILJ). The commitment of Sheriff’s and Jail Administrators and staff across the nation in
supporting this data collection to measure and better understand the changes in the nation’s jail
population has been remarkable.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics worked with many practitioners and researchers in developing the
instrument and protocols for the survey. We hope your staff found the process to be well organized
and efficient. Data collection will be followed by a period of data cleaning, weighting, and analysis.
We anticipate beginning to release findings from the study starting in late 2025.
Thank you again for your assistance. We welcome any feedback you might have about the
experience. Please feel free to contact <<BJS Contact>>, BJS’s SILJ Project Manager, at <<Email>>
or <<Phone>>. <<S/he>> can also be contacted for more information about future 2024 SILJ reports.
Sincerely,
<<BJS Acting Director>>,
Acting Director, BJS
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