Sungil Han

Sungil Han, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. His research focuses on criminology and criminal justice, with a particular emphasis on strain theory, policing practices, and the intersection of immigration and crime. He has conducted studies across multiple countries including Trinidad and Tobago, South Korea, and Mexico, addressing topics such as intimate partner violence, police use of force, and the societal impacts of crime victimization.

His work integrates quantitative methods with sociological theory to explore issues like the moderating effects of parental supervision on youth delinquency, the relationship between academic performance and criminal behavior, and the implications of gentrification on urban crime patterns. Recent studies include analyses of hate crimes against Asian Americans during the pandemic and generational differences in immigrant trust toward police institutions.

Notable research themes include:

• General strain theory applications in global contexts
• Police legitimacy and organizational structure
• Victimization's psychological and social consequences
• Immigration's role in crime dynamics

His publications consistently bridge theoretical frameworks with real-world policy implications, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to criminal justice reform and public safety strategies.