This journal focuses on the intersection of health and justice systems, examining the health and well-being of individuals involved in the legal system, including incarcerated populations, justice-involved youth, and those transitioning back into the community. It explores challenges in accessing healthcare, behavioral health conditions, and the impact of legal system involvement on physical and mental health outcomes. The journal also investigates the role of social determinants of health, interventions within carceral settings, and the experiences of healthcare clinicians working in these environments.
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Plagiarism detection in place?
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Times cited
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
LawQ1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Criminology & PenologyPublic, Environmental & Occupational Health
Scopus Categories
LawPublic Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Criminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisPsychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual OffendingSubstance Abuse Treatment and OutcomesOpioid Use Disorder TreatmentHIV, Drug Use, Sexual RiskHomelessness and Social IssuesChild Abuse and TraumaHealth Policy Implementation ScienceSuicide and Self-Harm StudiesPrenatal Substance Exposure Effects