Young adults entering the revolving door of the criminal justice system are characterised by repeated low-level, non-violent offences, such as theft and minor drug offences, driven by multiple needs linked to trauma and persistent poverty.

This briefing brings together the latest evidence on young adults in the revolving door and makes the case for targeting resources to them. It recommends intervening earlier and stabilising the bridge to adulthood, thus cutting crime and reducing demand on police, the courts, probation, prisons and many other local services.

Published in April 2020 by New Generation Policing.