Gregory Midgette

Gregory Midgette is a Senior Policy Researcher at the RAND Corporation and holds dual academic roles: Associate Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland, and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. He earned his Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis from the Pardee RAND Graduate School and an M.P.P. from UCLA's Luskin School of Public Affairs.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis, Pardee RAND Graduate School
• M.P.P., UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs

Research Interests: Dr. Midgette specializes in crime and drug policy, with a focus on the economics of illicit markets and interventions targeting illegal drug use and supply. His work bridges public health, criminal justice, and policy analysis, addressing topics such as DUI prevention through sobriety programs, cannabis market dynamics, and cocaine consumption trends.

Articles & Trends: His research highlights the effectiveness of swift, certain sanctions (e.g., 24/7 Sobriety Programs) in reducing DUI recidivism and substance-impaired driving. He also explores drug market economics, including expenditures on illegal drugs and cannabis legalization impacts. His findings have informed policy debates in states like South Dakota, Montana, and Washington.

Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed.

Advising & Grants: No formal advising or grant details provided, though his work often involves collaborative policy evaluations with criminal justice agencies.

Labs/Teams: Involved with the Justice Innovation Center, addressing challenges faced by criminal justice agencies in rural, tribal, and border areas.