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The charts compare the proportion of males and females arrested over a five-year period ending in 1994 and illustrate the main reasons for their most recent arrests. Overall, a significantly higher percentage of men were arrested compared to women. Additionally, the reasons for arrest varied by gender, with alcohol-related offences being the most common. In terms of proportions, 32% of males had been arrested, while the figure for females was much lower at 9%. The majority in both groups had not been arrested, accounting for 68% of men and 91% of women. Regarding reasons, public drinking was the leading cause among females at around 38%, followed by assault and other reasons. For males, drink driving was the most common reason at approximately 26%, with public drinking and breach of order also notable. Theft and assault contributed moderately for both genders, while very few respondents selected no answer. Overall, alcohol-related offences dominated arrests, especially among males.