Security policies; Are there instances where data shows that certain crime policies are more effective than others, but government decision-makers refuse to adopt them and stick with the less effective policies? Name as many instances of this as you can.

1. Are there instances where data shows that certain crime policies are more effective than others, but government decision-makers refuse to adopt them and stick with the less effective policies? Name as many instances of this as you can. What are some possible explanations for why government officials stick with the less-effective policies, and what do you think can be done to get policymakers to follow the data in such situations?