Corrections An Introduction

Name: Corrections An Introduction
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ISBN: 9780132249058

ISBN-10: 0132249057

ISBN-13: 9780132249058

Edition: 2nd 2008

Authors: Seiter

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This book examines corrections from an academic view and from those who are at the center of the system. It includes correctional history and theory, yet concentrates on what professionals do, why they do it, and the challenges they face every day. Unique integration of the author's experience sets the tone for this real-world approach and chapter case studies, career features, and personal interviews reinforce the theme. Now available with an accompanying DVD, the book shows readers how corrections theory and research are put into practice and helps them experience the world of corrections from the inside. Fully updated to include more information on: Juvenile corrections; Civil…

Book details

List price: $114.80
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 12/30/2010
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 608
Size: 8.25" wide x 10.50" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.838
Language: English




Putting Corrections in Perspective



History of Crime and Punishment


Key Terms


Chapter Objectives


Introduction


Defining Corrections


What is Corrections?


The Mission of Corrections


Corrections as a Part of the Criminal Justice System


The Correctional Funnel and Correctional Policy


Your Career in Corrections: Policy Analysts Why Students Should Study Corrections? An Insiderrsquo;s Experiencehellip;Twenty-Five Years of Correctional Work Theories of Crime and Punishment Early Responses to Crime


The Development of the Prison


The Walnut Street Jail


The Pennsylvania System


The Auburn System Prisons Throughout the Last Two Centuries An Interview Withhellip;The Toughest Sheriff inAmerica Sentencing Goals for Correctional


Punishment


Deterrence


Incapacitation


Rehabilitation


Restitution


You Make the Decisionhellip;Rating the Importance of Correctional Goals Chapter Review


Summary


Review Questions


Endnotes



Sentencing and the Correctional Process


Key Terms


Chapter Objectives


Introduction


PreTrial Correctional Activities


Diversion from the Criminal Justice System


Pretrial Detention in Jail


Release from Pretrial Detention on Bail


Alternatives to Bail


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