CRJ 100 - Chapter 14 (part 2)

What are the advantages of Fines as a Correctional Sanction?

inexpensive to implement and can be made proportionate to the offense

What are some of the disadvantages of Fines as a Correctional Sanction?

can be difficult to collect, can discriminate against the poor, too mild form of a punishment

What are some of the characteristics of Probation?

maintains some control while allowing offenders to live in the community, far less expensive than incarceration

What are the Standard Probation Conditions?

maintains residence and employment, has a curfew, pays fines, allows probation officer to visit home and workpplace

What are the Special Probation Conditions?

surrender drivers license, submit to warrantless searches, participate in treatment programs

What are Intermediate Sanctions?

they are sanctions that target offenders who will most likely face imprisonment for their offense