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.