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A Time-Series Analysis of Crime, Deterrence, and Drug Abuse in New York City

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  • H. Naci Mocan & Hope Corman, 2000. "A Time-Series Analysis of Crime, Deterrence, and Drug Abuse in New York City," American Economic Review, American Economic Association, vol. 90(3), pages 584-604, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:aea:aecrev:v:90:y:2000:i:3:p:584-604
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