ABSTRACT
Chapter Objectives ● Understand the three major justifications for community corrections. ● Critically analyze the common complaints regarding community corrections. ● Develop an understanding of the differences between probation and parole. ● Review the history and origins of probation and parole. ● Learn the role of probation and parole officers. ● Analyze the effectiveness of probation and parole in terms of recidivism and costs. ● Review intermediate punishments, which include community service, electronic
monitoring, and boot camps.
