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Book Synopsis: Corrections in the Community, Seventh Edition, examines the current state of community corrections and proposes an evidence-based approach to making programs more effective. As the U.S. prison and jail systems continue to struggle, options like probation, parole, alternative sentencing, and both residential and non-residential programs in the community continue to grow in importance. This text provides a solid foundation and includes the most salient information available on the broad and dynamic subject of community corrections. Authors Latessa and Lovins organize and evaluate the latest data on the assessment of offender risk/need/responsivity and successful methods that continue to improve community supervision and its effects on different types of clients, from those with mental illness or substance abuse problems to juveniles.
This book provides students with a thorough understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of community corrections and prepares them to evaluate and strengthen these crucial programs. This seventh edition includes new chapters on pretrial, and graduated responses as well as updated information on specialty drug and other problem-solving courts. Now found in every state, these specialty courts represent a way to deal with some of the most devastating problems that face our population, be it substance abuse or re-entry to the community from prison. Chapters contain key terms, boxed material, review questions, and recommended readings, and a glossary is provided to clarify important concepts. The instructor’s guide is expanded, offering sample syllabi for semester, quarter, and online classes; student exercises; and research and information links. A test bank and lecture slides are also available at no cost.
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Looking for effective solutions to improve community corrections programs? Look no further than Corrections in the Community, Seventh Edition. This comprehensive and evidence-based book presents the latest data and methods to enhance community supervision and its impact on various clients. With the U.S. prison and jail systems facing significant challenges, it's crucial to explore alternatives like probation, parole, and non-residential programs. Authors Latessa and Lovins have expertly organized and evaluated the most up-to-date information to provide you with a solid foundation in understanding and strengthening community corrections.
By studying Corrections in the Community, you'll gain a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of community corrections. From assessing offender risk to addressing mental illness and substance abuse issues, this book equips you with the necessary knowledge to make a positive difference in the lives of those under community supervision. It even covers emerging topics such as pretrial strategies and specialty drug courts, which offer innovative solutions to pressing challenges across the nation.
Get ready to dive deep into the world of community corrections with the help of key terms, boxed material, review questions, and recommended readings found within each chapter. To make your learning experience even more enriching, the seventh edition of Corrections in the Community also provides a glossary to clarify important concepts. For instructors, an expanded instructor’s guide is included, featuring sample syllabi, student exercises, and research and information links. Plus, you'll have access to a test bank and lecture slides at no additional cost.
Don't miss out on equipping yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in the field of community corrections. Enhance your understanding and strengthen these crucial programs by purchasing Corrections in the Community, Seventh Edition today!
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