This journal uses ScholarOne Manuscripts (previously Manuscript Central) to peer review manuscript submissions. Please read the guide for ScholarOne authors before making a submission. Complete guidelines for preparing and submitting your manuscript to this journal are provided below.

Submission of Manuscripts; The Editors have divided the manuscript review process as follows:

(1) Articles on Victimization topics: Articles on victimization topics should be sent to Jennifer Dierickx. Appropriate topics include original research and evaluation of victim services, programs, and policies; systematic, evidence-based reviews of research on the effectiveness of  restorative justice and other victim-oriented intervention strategies; and assessments of specific forms of victimization (violent, repeat) categories of victims (child, elderly, repeat) and /or types of victimization (crime type).

(2) Articles on Offending Topics: Articles on offending topics should be sent to Jennifer Dierickx. Appropriate topics include original research and evaluations of offender identification, apprehension, court processing, and sentencing decisions; original research and evaluation of offender treatment and control services, programs, and policies; assessments/profiles of specific offender groups (violent offenders, mentally ill offenders); research on offending/desistance through the life course; and evidence-based reviews of research on the effectiveness of both adult and juvenile treatment and/or control strategies.

Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher.

All parts of the manuscript should follow standard APA format; the article should be double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. Number manuscript pages consecutively throughout the paper. Suggested page length is 20-30 pages double-spaced (10,000-20,000 word count). Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces. Each article should be summarized in an abstract of not more than 100 words. Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text. Authors should supply three or more keywords for their article. Each submission should include two cover pages: one with name and affiliations of the author(s); and one with only the title of the article.

Manuscripts, including figures, tables, and references, must conform to the specifications described in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. Manuscripts that do not conform will be returned for revision. Copies of the Manual are available through the Publication Department of the American Psychological Association, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242; telephone (202) 336-5500. Examples:

Journal: Tsai, M., & Wagner, N. N. (1978). Therapy groups for women sexually molested as children. Archives of Sexual Behaviour, 7(6), 417-427.
Book: Millman, M. (1980). Such a pretty face. New York: W. W. Norton.
Contribution to a Book: Hartley, J. T., & Walsh, D. A. (1980). Contemporary issues in adult development of learning. In L. W. Poon (ed.), Ageing in the 1980s (pp. 239-252). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Illustrations

Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:

• 300 dpi or higher
• sized to fit on journal page
• EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
• submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files

 Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in color art reproduction. Color reprints can only be ordered if Print + Online Reproduction costs are paid. Rates for color Print + Online Reproduction are: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than four pages of color. Art not supplied at a minimum of 300 dpi will not be considered for print. There is no cost for Online Only Reproduction. Good-quality color prints or files should be provided in their final size. The publisher has the right to refuse publication of color prints deemed unacceptable.

Tables and Figures

Tables and figures should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet. All original figures should be clearly marked in pencil on the reverse side with the number, author's name, and top edge indicated.

Proofs

Page proofs are sent to the designated author using Taylor & Francis' EProof system. They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt.  

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