First Advisor

Mark Leymon

Term of Graduation

Spring 2024

Date of Publication

6-26-2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (M.S.) in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Department

Criminology and Criminal Justice

Language

English

Subjects

Fines and fees, Impact, Qualitative, Vulnerable communities

Physical Description

1 online resource (iv, 49 pages)

Abstract

Fines and fees are commonplace in the United States criminal justice system as a form of punishment for both minor and severe offenses. While substantial research has demonstrated that these financial consequences disproportionately affect certain communities, studies that depict a narrative of these impacts are vastly underrepresented in the field. This project expands upon past literature by delving into the effects of these practices on individuals and their families. The current study outlines the findings from a content analysis of twelve semi-structured interviews on the impacts of fines and fees in Oregon. The findings create a deeper understanding of how these financial penalties have affected individuals and why certain people are more likely to receive them.

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Persistent Identifier

https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/42382

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