ABSTRACT

Millions in our nation are under some type of judicial sanction, with some individuals behind bars but the majority serving their sentences while living and working among us. Introduction to Corrections examines predominant issues related to the system of administering to offenders in the United States. Written in a simple, concise style and enhanc

chapter 1|8 pages

An Overview of Corrections

chapter 2|28 pages

Corrections: A Historical View

chapter 3|24 pages

Sentencing

chapter 6|18 pages

Jails

chapter 7|16 pages

Correctional Systems and Institutions

chapter 8|22 pages

Prison Life

chapter 10|16 pages

Inmate Rights and Correctional Law

chapter 11|22 pages

Victims’ Rights

chapter 12|20 pages

Correctional Counseling

chapter 13|16 pages

Capital Punishment

chapter 14|20 pages

Juvenile Corrections