### Question
Can you define what evidence-based recidivism reduction program means?


### Answer
**Evidence-based recidivism reduction program** is defined as the following in *18 U.S.C. § 3635*:

> either a group or individual activity that—


(A) has been shown by empirical evidence to reduce recidivism or is based on research indicating that it is likely to be effective in reducing recidivism

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 3635*
  - Heading: **PART II-CRIMINAL PROCEDURE > CHAPTER 229-POSTSENTENCE ADMINISTRATION > SUBCHAPTER D-RISK AND NEEDS ASSESSMENT SYSTEM**

