NCJ Number
236964
Journal
Journal of Gang Research Volume: 19 Issue: 1 Dated: Fall 2011 Pages: 9-20
Date Published
2011
Length
12 pages
Annotation
This paper examines the prevalence of gang members with military training.
Abstract
The U.S. military has seen an increase in crimes committed by gang members within the ranks. Authors of a recent assessment reported an increase in the investigation of gang-related incidents by military investigators in 2006 over previous years. While the presence of gang members in the military is not new, their presence has received increased attention from government leaders. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the literature in order to examine the prevalence of gang members with military training. (Published Abstract)