Question 1

With respect to client supervision, a _________ contact is considered to be the most time-consuming but is also the most valuable type of face-to-face contact for both the offender and the supervising officer.

Accepted Answer

Field contact is considered the most time-consuming but also the most valuable type of face-to-face contact for both the offender and the supervising officer because it allows the officer to observe the offender in their own environment, providing insights that cannot be gained through other types of contacts.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a static factor?

Accepted Answer

Static factors are characteristics that cannot be changed, such as an individual's past history. A history of abuse is an example of a static factor because it is an unchangeable part of an individual's past.

Question 3

_____ refers to the number of individuals or cases on probation or parole that an officer can supervise effectively.

Accepted Answer

Caseload refers to the number of individuals or cases that an officer can effectively supervise. This includes managing their compliance with conditions of their probation or parole, providing support and resources, and ensuring public safety. It is important for officers to have a manageable caseload in order to provide quality supervision and prevent burnout.

Question 4

___________________ supervision allows probation and parole officers to leave their department and conduct field visits.

Accepted Answer

Neighborhood-based supervision involves probation and parole officers leaving their department to conduct field visits in a specific neighborhood or community. They may meet with community members, work with local organizations, and monitor probationers or parolees in the area. This type of supervision allows for a more proactive and community-focused approach. Option B) Client-specific does not accurately describe this type of supervision as it is too broad and could refer to many different aspects of supervision. Option C) Proactive and option D) Home health are also not accurate as they do not specifically refer to leaving the department to conduct field visits.

Question 5

Mixing low-risk offenders with high-risk offenders in the same program has been found to

Accepted Answer

Mixing low-risk offenders with high-risk offenders can increase recidivism. High-risk offenders may negatively influence or corrupt low-risk offenders, potentially leading to increased criminal behavior. This is why it is important to separate offenders based on their risk levels and provide targeted interventions based on individual needs.

Question 6

Management that an officer maintains over offenders committed to his or her custody is termed

Accepted Answer

Supervision refers to the act of watching or overseeing individuals who have been committed to an officer's custody. This can include ensuring they follow conditions set for their release, enforcing punishment for violations, and ensuring their safety and security while in custody. Punishment (A) refers to the act of imposing consequences for rule violations or criminal behavior, while conditions (B) may refer to the terms of an offender's release. Constructive custody (D) is not a commonly used term in correctional management.

Question 7

The interview of an offender using a validated quantitative instrument that identifies an offender's risk of recidivism and criminogenic needs to address during treatment is called ___________.

Accepted Answer

The question describes an interview process that uses a validated quantitative instrument to determine an offender's risk of recidivism and criminogenic needs to address during treatment. This is commonly referred to as an assessment, which is designed to identify the individual's strengths and weaknesses, as well as the factors that may contribute to their offending behavior. Choices A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of this process.

Question 8

A procedure that consists of assessing the risks posed by an offender, identifying the supervision issues, and selecting an appropriate supervision strategy is known as ______________.

Accepted Answer

The procedure described is commonly known as classification, which involves assessing an offender's risk level, identifying specific needs and supervision issues, and selecting an appropriate supervision strategy based on those findings. Actuarial evaluation and needs assessment are components of the broader classification process. Categorization is a more general term that may be used to refer to any process of grouping individuals based on common characteristics.

Question 9

Employment status, substance abuse, and lack of housing are all considered _____ factors.

Accepted Answer

Dynamic factors are those that can change over time, such as employment status, substance abuse, and housing situation. Static factors, on the other hand, do not change, such as past criminal history or age.

Question 10

A ____________ plan includes the main goals the offender will work on during probation/parole, how the offender must pursue those goals, the strengths the offender has to draw upon, and how the officer can help the offender meet those goals.

Accepted Answer

A case treatment plan is a comprehensive plan that outlines the goals and steps an offender must take while on probation or parole. It takes into account the offender's individual needs, strengths, and weaknesses and helps them address the underlying causes of their criminal behavior. A risk assessment, offender assessment, and individualized action plan may be part of the case treatment plan but do not encompass all aspects of it.

Question 11

A(n) _________ is an individualized, written document that clarifies how each court-ordered condition is to be fulfilled by the offender and the supervising officer in the context of the risks and needs posed.

Accepted Answer

A case plan is an individualized, written document that outlines how the offender and supervising officer will fulfill court-ordered conditions in light of the offender's risks and needs. Collateral contact refers to communication with people who have knowledge of the offender's circumstances but are not directly involved in their supervision. PSI (pre-sentence investigation) is a report compiled by a probation officer that provides background information on the offender to the judge prior to sentencing. LSI-R (Level of Service Inventory-Revised) is a tool used to assess the offender's likelihood to reoffend and identify areas for intervention.

Question 12

Number of arrests, prior convictions, and a history of abuse are known as _____ factors.

Accepted Answer

Static factors are historical and unchangeable (such as prior convictions) and can be used to predict recidivism. This is opposed to dynamic factors, which are changeable (such as substance abuse issues) and can be addressed through rehabilitation programs.

Question 13

A ________ issue is an identified problem, offender characteristic, or pattern of conduct that requires intervention to overcome or change.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A ________ issue is an identified problem,...

Question 14

Verification of the probationer or parolee's situation and whereabouts by means of the officer speaking with a third party who knows the offender personally, such as a family member, friend, or employer, is known as ________ contact.

Accepted Answer

Collateral contact involves verifying information provided by the probationer or parolee through speaking with someone who knows them personally, such as a family member or employer, to ensure compliance with conditions of probation or parole. Field contact involves meeting with the offender in person at their residence or another specified location, office contact involves meeting with the offender at the probation or parole office, and face-to-face contact is a broader term that can refer to any in-person interaction with the offender.

Question 15

At the lowest level of supervision, there may be no requirement that the probationer personally visit or contact a probation officer. Rather, the probationer may be required to call in and leave a message on a voice-recorded line, or mail in a verification of address and employment. This level of supervision is known as _________ supervision.

Accepted Answer

This type of supervision is known as administrative supervision, where there is minimal contact with a probation officer and the probationer is responsible for providing updates on their address and employment.

Question 16

____________ contacts, such as teachers, employers, or relatives, are valuable for probation/parole officers to speak with since these individuals have direct contact with the offender.

Accepted Answer

Collateral contacts are individuals who have direct contact with the offender and can offer valuable information to the probation/parole officer. Secondary contacts have a more distant relationship with the offender, while indirect contacts may have information about the offender but do not have direct contact with them. Direct contacts could also be used, but the term "collateral" specifically refers to those who are not the offender themselves.

Question 17

__________ is the process of determining whether probationers and parolees are continuing to meet the conditions imposed by the court or the parole board.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is the process of determining whether...

Question 18

Using a validated quantitative instrument to identify characteristics, conditions, or behavioral problems that limit an offender's motivation or that might be linked with criminal behavior is known as

Accepted Answer

The term "needs assessment" describes the process of using a validated quantitative instrument to identify characteristics, conditions, or behavioral problems that limit an offender's motivation or that might be linked with criminal behavior. Risk analysis is a broader term that covers the process of evaluating the potential for harm or danger posed by an individual or situation. Treatment supervision refers to the oversight provided to offenders receiving treatment or services, and personality inventory refers to a specific type of assessment tool that measures personality traits and characteristics.

Question 19

________ is a measure of an offender's propensity to commit further criminal activity that also indicates the level of community supervision required.

Accepted Answer

Risk is a measure of an offender's propensity to commit further crimes and indicates the level of community supervision needed.

Question 20

The __________ is a 54-item scale that assigns a numerical value to many of the same factors identified in the presentence report. It is completed by an officer who interviews the offender.

Accepted Answer

The LSI-R (Level of Service Inventory-Revised) is a widely used assessment tool in the criminal justice system that measures factors related to an offender's risk of reoffending. It consists of 54 items and is completed by an officer who interviews the offender, assigning numerical values to various factors such as criminal history, substance abuse, and community ties. This information is used to inform decisions about sentencing, probation, and treatment programs for the offender.

Quiz 5: Case Management Using Riskneedsresponsivity