How to Interpret Criminal Investigation Data
Since actions on a specific investigation may cross fiscal years, the data shown in cases initiated may not always represent the same universe of cases shown in other actions within the same fiscal year.
| FY 2016 | FY 2015 | FY 2014 | |
|
Investigations Initiated |
206 | 223 | 269 |
|
Prosecution Recommendations |
137 | 164 | 166 |
|
Indictments/Informations |
157 | 166 | 167 |
|
Sentenced |
159 | 167 | 192 |
|
Incarceration Rate* |
79.9% | 83.2% | 80.7% |
|
Average Months to Serve |
38 | 36 | 35 |
*Incarceration includes confinement to federal prison, halfway house, home detention, or some combination thereof.
Data Source: Criminal Investigation Management Information System.