Explain the primary goal of probation and what does it entail.

What will be an ideal response?


The primary alternative to incarceration is probation. A straight probation sentence does not entail confinement in jail or prison. Rather, the judge releases the offender into the community and imposes a set of conditions that the offender agrees to abide by. The conditions of probation typically include regular meetings with a probation officer and a requirement that the offender obey all laws; other conditions might include drug testing, substance abuse treatment, and enrollment in educational programs.

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An articulable fact is an event that is witnessed and can be explained, as opposed to a gut reaction or a mere hunch

a. True b. False

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A police manager must be held accountable for changing someone's job-related values

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Reginald had to call in sick to work for many weeks due to a severe case of the flu. He has been chronically unemployed, so he becomes worried about losing his job and fears he will not be able to support himself. To begin saving money in case he does lose his job, Reginald begins to sell illegal copies of software he owns to other users online. Which theory of crime does this exemplify?

A. social disorganization theory B. strain theory. C. learning theory D. control theory

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Over a century of correctional operations has focused almost exclusively on addressing:

A. the physical and mental health of women. B. the sexuality of females. C. the social psychological needs of females. D. the role of women as primary caregivers.

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