Although the increase in prison population receives the most publicity, a great portion of correctional growth has occurred in:

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Probation and parole have experienced a significant increase in growth in recent years, with many states focusing on community-based alternatives to incarceration. This emphasis on community corrections has led to the development of various programs designed to reduce recidivism and provide support to those returning to society after incarceration. As a result, probation and parole have become a primary means of managing offenders, particularly those convicted of less serious offenses.

Although the Increase in Prison Population Receives the Most Publicity