Addressing Ethnic Differences in the Validity of Self-reported Criminal Behaviour Through a Social Desirability Measure

ConclusionNeglecting to correct underreporting-bias hinders the validity of intergroup comparisons of self-reported criminal behaviour. The inclusion of a social desirability measure is therefore recommended to help identify and correct underreporting bias, particularly through the use of SDSR.
Source: Journal of Quantitative Criminology - Category: Criminology Source Type: research