Chat with AIExam 5: Jails and Detention Facilities
Which of the following is the only state to have popularly elected county jailers?
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Define, describe, and explain what we mean by a local jail. What characteristics define such institutions, and what functions do they serve?
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Answered by Examlex AI CopilotA local jail is a facility operated by a county or municipal government that is used to detain individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial, or who have been convicted of a misdemeanor offense and are serving a short-term sentence.
Local jails are typically smaller in size compared to state or federal prisons and are designed to hold individuals for shorter periods of time. They are often used to house individuals who are awaiting trial or sentencing, as well as those who have been convicted of minor offenses.
Characteristics of local jails include a focus on short-term detention, a smaller inmate population, and a more limited range of services and programs compared to larger correctional facilities. Local jails may also have a more direct connection to the local criminal justice system, as they often work closely with local law enforcement agencies, courts, and other community organizations.
The functions of local jails include providing a secure and safe environment for individuals who are detained, ensuring that inmates have access to basic necessities such as food, shelter, and medical care, and facilitating the legal process by holding individuals who are awaiting trial or sentencing. Local jails also play a role in rehabilitation and reentry by providing some educational and vocational programs, as well as connecting inmates with community resources upon release. Overall, local jails serve as an important component of the criminal justice system by providing a place for short-term detention and confinement for individuals involved in the legal process.
All of the following have been identified as problems associated with contemporary local jails except:
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Jail inmates who experience frequent admissions and discharges are sometimes called:
(41) In 2017 jails in the United States had _________ admissions.
(31) Two-thirds of the nation's jail inmates at a given time stand convicted of a serious felony.
(37) How does the suicide rate for jail inmates compare with the rate for non-incarcerated individuals?
(39) "New generation" (or third generation) jails are characterized by having what type of architectural design?
(34) Which of the following is not true of jail inmates in the United States?
(25) Because of the stress associated with their work, jail officers may suffer from job burnout.
(35) A temporary holding facility operated by a law enforcement agency typically is considered a:
(32) The proportion of female jail inmates has been decreasing over time.
(33) Some jails have decided that it is advantageous to house inmates from other jurisdictions. Discuss this practice. Is it desirable or undesirable to use jails as money-makers for a county? Explain.
(34) Some states do not require any formal pre-service training for custody officers who work in jails.
(35) All of the following have state run jail/prison systems except:
(41) In 2017 there were about ________ youths detained in adult jails.
(38) According to the text, virtually all jails are built to ________ security standards.
(34) Discuss the differences between traditional jail designs and new-generation jails. What does each imply about the types of employees needed to run them?
(38) Why are some juveniles held in adult jails? What are some of the problems associated with such a practice?
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