Discuss the rise of boot camps as a corrections option and how attitudes toward these programs have changed over time.
What will be an ideal response?
Boot camps are programs that place juvenile offenders in military-style settings that emphasize physical discipline and exercise. They emerged as an alternative to traditional residential facilities in the 1980s and 1990s, as attitudes toward juvenile crime took a more conservative turn. Proponents of boot camps suggested that the harsh environment of boot camps would serve as a deterrent to youthful offenders and result in lower rates of recidivism. However, studies showed that the camps were not successful in lowering the rate of recidivism. Worse, the camps were prone to abuse, resulting in a number of lawsuits for wrongful deaths and injuries. By the early 21st century, many states had significantly reduced their funding for such programs.
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