The Cornell Criminal Records Panel Study (CRPS) surveys a large sample of Americans with criminal records about their employment and income, as well as their health, family, and community life, documenting the challenges faced by people with criminal records.
Millions of Americans have criminal records, which can limit the ability to get a job, driver’s license, and occupational license, as well as limit the access to housing, social services, and even voting in some places. These records often contain errors, which need to be corrected.
The goal of the Cornell Criminal Records Panel Study (CRPS) is to learn what types of services and supports increase employment opportunities and earnings for people who have been involved in the criminal justice system. To this end, we work with the Cornell Program for Records Assistance and other partners to work with over 5,000 individuals, learning about their experiences.