_________ is a court decision that serves as example of authority for deciding subsequent cases.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Precedent
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Based on agency literature and research efforts, intensive supervision is the most popular program in probation and parole
a. True b. False
Fast Track is designed to prevent serious antisocial behavior and related adolescent problems in high-risk children entering high school
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Specific deterrence suggests that criminal sanctions should be so powerful that known criminals will never repeat their criminal acts. Which statement about harsh (powerful) sanctions and deterrence is not true? a. Harsh sanctions work as an effective deterrence to recidivism
b. Harsh sanctions may result in defiance rather than deterrence. c. Experiencing harsh sanctions may cause severe psychological problems. d. The stigma of harsh sanctions labels and locks people into criminal careers.
Inmates in the beginning of their sentences are most likely to experience what type of victimization?
A. physical victimization B. property victimization C. sexual victimization D. financial victimization