What type of sentence exposes offenders to the reality of prison life for a short period of time, followed by probation?
a. shock probation
b. split sentence
c. non-custodial sentence
d. drug court
a. shock probation
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Which of the following policy roles will likely remain an impediment to complete trust within a community?
A) the role of restraining illegal behavior B) the role of patrolling the streets C) the role of social work D) the role of television
Describe the current state of community corrections in the United States.
What will be an ideal response?
Park's sister is placed in a maximum-security prison for possession of a painkiller without a prescription. She has no prior arrests. Park thinks this is a bad practice and he meets with Representative Allen, who authors what soon becomes a law limiting sentences for drug possession by first-time offenders. Park has tried to increase accountability through ______.
A. litigation B. legislation C. boards and commissions D. professional standards
The most common reason for revocation of parole is:
A) possession of a gun. B) failure to report for counseling. C) positive test for drug use. D) commission of a new crime. E) leaving the jurisdiction without permission.