List and explain the advantages and disadvantages of probation and parole.

What will be an ideal response?


The advantages of parole and probation include lower cost, increased employment, opportunities for restitution, community support, a reduced risk of criminal socialization, an increased use of community services, and increased opportunities for rehabilitation.

The disadvantages include a relative lack of punishment, an increased risk to the community, increased social costs, and discriminatory and unequal effects.

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When one converts nominal GDP to real GDP, one takes into account which of the following?

A) changes in the distribution of income B) changes in the quality of goods C) changes in the population D) none of the above

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In a meta-analysis conducted in 2014 by Pratt and colleagues, self-control was found to have how strong of a link to victimization?

A. very weak B. modest C. strong D. very strong

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The rationale for the ______ exception to the search warrant requirement is that, without immediate action, the suspect may escape, may destroy evidence, or may pose a threat to the police.

a. exigent circumstances b. vehicles c. hot pursuit d. consent

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