Many politicians and criminal justice officials who do not look favorably on ideas such as reintegration and diversion have embraced programs to keep nonviolent offenders out of prison. Which of the following is the reason for their acceptance of community corrections?
A. The cost of constructing and maintaining prisons and jails
B. The positive contribution of white-collar criminals to the economy
C. High recidivism rates in nonviolent offenders
D. Employment generation for correctional officers
Answer: A
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