Question 1

Define the term parole. What is its intended purpose?

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Question 2

List and discuss at least four criteria that are used to make parole decisions and explain why each is considered when determining if an offender is ready for release.

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Question 3

What is a civil disability? Name at least three civil disabilities prisoners face upon release. How does each of these disabilities influence the possible success of a released prisoner?

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Question 4

Briefly chronicle the development of the American practice of parole. Be sure to include the explanation of its historical roots in Europe, including those responsible for its inception, and how and where it was first instituted in the United States and during what time period.

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Question 5

Explain why some parolees are viewed as dangerous and how society handles this problem.

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Question 6

List and explain the four most important adjustment supports necessary for a prisoner's reentry into society. Be sure to explain how these adjustments may lead to a more successful reentry. What does the corrections system do to facilitate these supports?

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Question 7

Identify the major problems confronting parolees.

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Question 8

Explain the steps taken to ease the offender's reentry into the community.

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Question 9

List and describe the six basic mechanisms by which inmates are released from prison. Describe the strengths and weaknesses of each mechanism. What is the impact of each mechanism on prisoners, the prison culture, and the prison staff?

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Question 10

Postrelease ________ is likely to be streamlined in years to come as the courts continue to review officers'
decisions and their agencies' policies.

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Quiz 10: Reentry Into the Community