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Steven Zane is an Assistant Professor at the College of Criminology & Criminal Justice, Florida State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Criminology from Northeastern University and a J.D. from Boston College Law School. His research focuses on juvenile justice, criminal law, and crime prevention, emphasizing systemic disparities and evidence-based policy. He serves on the National Policing Institute’s board of directors and has been recognized for his contributions to criminology literature.
Dr. Zane’s educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Criminology, Northeastern University (2018)
- J.D., Boston College Law School (2011)
- M.A. in Criminology & Justice Studies, University of Massachusetts, Lowell (2014)
- B.A. in Philosophy, University of Puget Sound (2008)
His research interests include:
- Systemic inequities in juvenile justice processing
- Historical influences on criminal justice research design
- Ethical and legal dimensions of punishment
- Evidence-based policy implementation
- Long-term outcomes of delinquency prevention programs
Zane has received top honors from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences for his book contributions. He teaches courses like CJJ4010 and CJL4064, reflecting his engagement in curriculum development. His work bridges theoretical research with practical policy analysis, particularly in reducing recidivism through economically viable correctional treatments.
He advises students through his academic role and maintains office hours Monday/Wednesday 11:00 AM–1:00 PM. His office is located at 306A CRM Building, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1273. Zane’s recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, linking medicine and criminology in historical methodologies, and advocating for policy reforms grounded in empirical evidence.
