Criminal Justice Exam 3

Probation

a court-ordered period of supervision in the community, allowing offenders to avoid incarceration while complying with specific conditions set by the court.

Parole

the conditional release of a prisoner before the completion of their sentence, allowing them to serve the remainder of their time under supervision in the community.

Who revokes in court

the probation or parole officer, based on violations of terms set by the court.

Who grants in court

the judge, during the sentencing phase or upon review of a case.

Parole and Probation Officers Tasks

They supervise offenders, monitor compliance with court orders, and provide support to aid rehabilitation.

Incapacitation

A criminal justice strategy aimed at preventing reoffending by physically restricting an individual's ability to commit crimes, often through imprisonment.

Deterrence

A strategy aimed at preventing crime by discouraging individuals from engaging in criminal behavior through the threat of punishment.

Rehabilitation

The process of helping offenders reintegrate into society by addressing their underlying issues and providing them with the skills necessary to avoid future criminal behavior.

4 goals of sentencing

The main objectives of sentencing in the criminal justice system, which typically include retribution, deterrence, incapacitation, and rehabilitation.

Specific and general patterns

of deterrence strategies used to prevent criminal behavior; specific deterrence targets individual offenders, while general deterrence aims to dissuade the public from committing crimes.

Retribution

A goal of sentencing focused on punishing offenders for their actions, reflecting society's moral outrage and providing a sense of justice for victims.

Indeterming sentencing

A sentencing scheme that does not specify a fixed term of imprisonment, allowing for the possibility of parole based on the inmate's behavior and rehabilitation progress.

Ticket of leave

A system allowing offenders to serve part of their sentence under supervision outside of prison, typically as a form of parole.

Mark system

A method of parole or early release that uses a points-based system to evaluate inmate behavior and progress towards rehabilitation, determining eligibility for release.

Rehab model

A framework focusing on rehabilitating offenders rather than purely punishing them, aiming to reduce recidivism through treatment and skill development.

Fine vs restitution

A fine is a monetary penalty imposed as a punishment for a crime, while restitution involves compensating victims for their loss or damages caused by the offender's actions.

Due process

A legal doctrine ensuring fair treatment through the judicial system, protecting individuals from arbitrary denial of life, liberty, or property.

No matter where in prison you are, you can be on parole.

Parole eligibility allows incarcerated individuals to serve part of their sentence under supervision in the community, regardless of their prison location.

New crime still has full due process rights

Individuals charged with a new crime retain their due process rights, ensuring they receive fair treatment during legal proceedings, including the right to a fair trial and legal representation.

a judge puts people on probation, only judge can provoke

is the judicial practice of allowing individuals convicted of a crime to remain in the community under supervision instead of serving time in prison.

treatment goes up security goes down

is a principle in corrections suggesting that increasing access to treatment and rehabilitation for inmates can lead to a decrease in prison security measures and the overall prison population.

security goes up treatment goes down

is a principle in corrections indicating that increased security measures often result in reduced access to treatment and rehabilitation services for inmates.

inmate code

refers to the unwritten rules and values that govern the behavior of inmates within a prison, influencing their interactions and social dynamics.

dynamic elements can be changed

is a concept in corrections highlighting that factors affecting inmate behavior and management can evolve over time, requiring adaptive strategies in treatment and rehabilitation.

score that po takes for risk of crime

is a numerical assessment used by parole officers to evaluate an individual's likelihood of reoffending or violating parole conditions.