Exam 13: The Future of Corrections

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?" The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values. -In the long run?

In 2009, the number of state prisoners in private prisons reached more than __________ inmates, and the number of federal prisoners in private prisons topped __________ prisoners.

This term refers to states pursuing policies that save money.

One possible direction for corrections is to reintroduce the spiritual dimension into corrections. This is very possible because it has already begun; Florida, for example, has two faith-based prisons. What do you think about trying to reintroduce a spiritual dimension in corrections? Is this a positive direction for prisons, probation, and parole? Or should we focus on such traditional efforts as education, job training, and substance abuse treatment?

According to the text, one current trend that is likely to continue is the punitive or get-tough approach to corrections.

Ethics Focus: "Where Do We Go From Here?" The possible futures addressed in this chapter include a continued emphasis on punishment, devoting more resources to correctional treatment, pursuing restorative justice, and greater attention to spiritual values. -Which of these alternatives are more economically efficient in the short run?

__________ can be a safety valve to relieve prison overcrowding.