Letter And Probation Violations Are Jail Sanctions More...

Wodahl, Eric J., Boman, John H. and Garland, Brett E. (2015). Responding to parole and probation violations: Are jail sanctions more effective than community-based graduated sanctions? Journal of Criminal Justice 43: 242-250. Summary of the Problem Discussed Community-based sanctions have been very appealing for several reasons: First of all, it reduces the community’s reliance on incarceration, which is not only costly but also encourages repeat criminal behavior. However, increasing revocation rates among those under community correction have made policymakers question the effectiveness of these systems (Wodahl, et. al., 2015). Revocations have stressed prison systems, contributing to overcrowding and strained resources at both state and federal levels. In addition, revocation places stress on offenders, families and communities. Graduated sanctions, a series of swift, certain and proportionate punishments for violations, usually not involving incarceration, are proposed as a better alternative for all concerned; however, there is little research as to which kinds of sanctions work best. Author’s Ideas and Conclusions In theory, the threat of jail time acts as a deterrent because of the punitive nature of jail. Going to jail may create a number of problems—loss of income and possible loss of the job itself, difficulty with finding another job, family disruption, social stigma, loss of peer associations, violence and stress, lack of treatment for physical andShow MoreRelatedFundamentals of Hrm263904 Words   |  1056 PagesThis online teaching and learning environment integrates the entire digital textbook with the most effective instructor and student resources With WileyPLUS: Students achieve concept mastery in a rich, structured environment that’s available 24/7 Instructors personalize and manage their course more effectively with assessment, assignments, grade tracking, and more manage time better study smarter save money From multiple study paths, to self-assessment, to a wealth of interactive visualRead MoreAccounting Information System Chapter 1137115 Words   |  549 Pagessimultaneously? Or does achieving one mean sacrificing another? Several of the criteria in Table 1.1 can be met simultaneously. For example, more timely information is also likely to be more relevant. Verifiable information is likely to be more reliable. However, achieving one objective may require sacrificing another. For example, ensuring that information is more complete may reduce its timeliness. Similarly, increased verifiability and reliability may reduce its timeliness. The decision maker must