Question 1

When people fail on parole, their parole is revoked and they return to prison to continue serving their sentence.

Accepted Answer

When individuals on parole fail to comply with the terms of their parole, their parole can be revoked, resulting in their return to prison to continue serving their original sentence.

Question 2

In practice, revocations usually result from a single rule violation.

Accepted Answer

Revocations often result from a series of violations or a combination of factors, not typically a single rule violation. This approach allows for a more comprehensive assessment of behavior and compliance.

Question 3

Parole can be revoked for a new crime or for a technical violation.

Accepted Answer

Parole can be revoked for either committing a new crime or for a technical violation of parole conditions, such as failing a drug test or missing a meeting with a parole officer.

Question 4

Parole officers are often portrayed as having absolute over their clients.
A) control
B) movement
C) authority
D) power

Accepted Answer

Parole officers are often depicted as having authority over their clients, which involves overseeing and managing their compliance with parole conditions.

Question 5

When differences in risk are taken into account, people who are paroled are as likely to be arrested as people released outright from prison.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that when controlling for risk factors, the rates of re-arrest for individuals on parole versus those released outright from prison are similar, indicating that the method of release does not significantly impact the likelihood of re-offending.

Question 6

Originally, parole officers worked directly for the .
A) commissioner
B) warden
C) governor
D) parole board

Accepted Answer

Originally, parole officers worked directly for the parole board. The parole board is responsible for deciding when an inmate can be released on parole and supervising them through parole officers.

Question 7

Most parole revocations occur only when the parolee is arrested on a serious charge or cannot be located by the officer.

Accepted Answer

Most parole revocations occur only when the parolee is arrested on a serious charge or cannot be located by the officer.

Question 8

The typical length of reconfinement for a technical parole violation is consistent among all convicted individuals.

Accepted Answer

The length of reconfinement for a technical parole violation can vary significantly among individuals, depending on the specific circumstances of the violation, jurisdictional policies, and the discretion of the parole board or supervising authority.

Question 9

Finding employment after release is relatively easy.

Accepted Answer

Former inmates often face significant challenges in finding employment after release due to factors such as stigma, gaps in employment history, and legal restrictions on certain types of work.

Question 10

The underlying goal of the halfway house is to provide a period of adjustment that allows the convicted person to become reconnected to the outside world while still being maintained in a structured environment.

Accepted Answer

Halfway houses are designed to help individuals transition from prison back into society by providing a structured yet supportive environment where they can adjust and reconnect with the community before living independently.

Question 11

Most of those released from prison are far from free.

Accepted Answer

Many individuals released from prison face significant restrictions and challenges, such as parole or probation conditions, difficulty finding employment due to their criminal record, social stigma, and legal barriers to accessing certain rights and services, which can significantly limit their freedom and ability to reintegrate into society.

Question 12

An emphasis on is what matters most in the philosophy of a parole agency.
A) control
B) policy
C) rehabilitation
D) reintegration

Accepted Answer

The answer of An emphasis on is what matters most...

Question 13

Recidivism rates provide a consistent measure of the effectiveness of corrections.

Accepted Answer

Recidivism rates can be influenced by various factors such as the nature of the criminal justice system, support services available upon release, and the criteria used to measure recidivism, making them an inconsistent measure of the effectiveness of corrections alone.

Question 14

Parole officers have little discretionary power over their clients.

Accepted Answer

Parole officers have significant discretionary power over their clients, including making recommendations for or against parole continuation, setting conditions for parole, and determining the level of supervision necessary.

Question 15

Nearly one-fourth of all parolees will fail in the first six months of parole.

Accepted Answer

Statistics and studies on recidivism rates indicate that a significant portion of parolees face challenges in reintegration, leading to a high rate of failure within the first six months of parole. This period is critical for parolees, and without adequate support and resources, many struggle to adjust, resulting in violations or new crimes.

Question 16

The effectiveness of parole supervision has been found to be strong in regard to the reduction of recidivism.

Accepted Answer

Studies and meta-analyses have shown mixed results regarding the effectiveness of parole supervision in reducing recidivism, with many finding that it has a minimal impact or that its effectiveness greatly depends on the nature of the supervision and support services provided.

Question 17

No truly "clean start" is possible for people released from prison.

Accepted Answer

Many individuals face significant challenges such as stigma, limited job opportunities, and social reintegration issues after being released from prison, making a completely fresh start difficult.

Question 18

Most U.S. states have specific parole guidelines in regard to those who reoffend.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most U.S. states have specific parole guidelines...

Question 19

Residential programs serve convicted individuals when they are first released from prison.

Accepted Answer

Residential programs, such as halfway houses, are designed to help convicted individuals transition back into society by providing them with support and supervision immediately after their release from prison.

Question 20

Parole officers are usually asked to play two roles: a cop and a judge.

Accepted Answer

Parole officers are typically asked to play two roles: a law enforcement officer and a social worker, not a cop and a judge. They supervise offenders in the community and provide support for their reintegration, rather than acting as judges.

Quiz 16: Making It: Supervision in the Community

When people fail on parole, their parole is revoked and they return to prison to continue serving their sentence.

In practice, revocations usually result from a single rule violation.

Parole can be revoked for a new crime or for a technical violation.

Parole officers are often portrayed as having absolute over their clients.

When differences in risk are taken into account, people who are paroled are as likely to be arrested as people released outright from prison.

Originally, parole officers worked directly for the .

Most parole revocations occur only when the parolee is arrested on a serious charge or cannot be located by the officer.

The typical length of reconfinement for a technical parole violation is consistent among all convicted individuals.

Finding employment after release is relatively easy.

The underlying goal of the halfway house is to provide a period of adjustment that allows the convicted person to become reconnected to the outside world while still being maintained in a structured environment.

Most of those released from prison are far from free.

An emphasis on is what matters most in the philosophy of a parole agency.

Recidivism rates provide a consistent measure of the effectiveness of corrections.

Parole officers have little discretionary power over their clients.

Nearly one-fourth of all parolees will fail in the first six months of parole.

The effectiveness of parole supervision has been found to be strong in regard to the reduction of recidivism.

No truly "clean start" is possible for people released from prison.

Most U.S. states have specific parole guidelines in regard to those who reoffend.

Residential programs serve convicted individuals when they are first released from prison.

Parole officers are usually asked to play two roles: a cop and a judge.