Table 1. Prevalence of offences resulting in conviction after release from prison.
| Offence category and type | n (%) |
|---|---|
| Violent | |
| Homicide | 9 (0.5) |
| Major violencea | 83 (4.9) |
| Minor violenceb | 420 (24.8) |
| Non-violent | |
| Possession of weapons/explosives | 158 (9.3) |
| Possession of firearms | 39 (2.3) |
| Kidnapping/abduction | 5 (0.3) |
| False imprisonment | 5 (0.3) |
| Robbery | 156 (9.2) |
| Aggravated burglary | 6 (0.4) |
| Burglary | 250 (14.8) |
| Theft/receiving stolen goods | 551 (32.5) |
| Forgery | 105 (6.2) |
| Rape/buggery | 4 (0.4) |
| Indecent assault | 5 (0.3) |
| Other sexual | 37 (2.2) |
| Arson | 8 (0.5) |
| Criminal damage | 230 (13.6) |
| Drug-related offences | 357 (21.1) |
| Alcohol-related convictions | 84 (4.9) |
| Public order/harassment | 266 (15.7) |
| Driving-related | 380 (22.4) |
| Breaching release conditions | 672 (39.6) |
| Obstructing justice | 183 (10.8) |
| Escaping custody | 17 (1.0) |
a
Major violence includes life-threatening violence (but not homicide): attempted murder, grievous bodily harm and wounding.
b
Minor violence includes non-life threatening violence: assault, affray, offensive weapon and threats.