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National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) Redesign: Questions & Answers

NCJ Number
151171
Date Published
October 1994
Annotation
Provides answers to frequently asked questions about the redesign.
Abstract

This report presents questions and answers about the redesign of the NCVS, explains the major changes to the questionnaire, and gives background information about the NCVS. The report answers such questions as:

  • Who does the NCVS interview?
  • How are the survey participants selected?
  • How does the questionnaire work?
  • How are NCVS data made available to the public?

Date Published: October 1, 1994