Recent data indicates that women's participation in violent crimes is skyrocketing.

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Recent data indicates that women's  participation in violent crimes is skyrocketing.

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While there has been an increase in the visibility and reporting of women's involvement in certain crimes, the overall data does not support the claim that women's participation in violent crimes is "skyrocketing." Generally, men still constitute the majority of perpetrators in violent crimes. Trends in women's involvement in crime can vary significantly by region and crime type, but a universal, dramatic increase in violent crimes committed by women is not supported by broad criminal justice data.

Recent Data Indicates That Women's Participation in Violent Crimes Is