Correlation does not equal causation. Even if we had data, we could only speculate as to whether any change in crime rates was related to jail beds or other local criminal justice resources or programs. 

What we do know is this: the difference between the number of beds available with and without the levy is small. That small number of criminals cannot logically be responsible for all or even most of the crime perpetrated in our community. So, we would be paying a large amount for, at most, a small reduction in crime. 

The sheriff's office is selling FEAR. Be smart enough not to buy it.