Question 1

According to a recent national study of recidivism among state prisoners,what percent of nearly 300,000 former inmates released from prisons in 1994 were rearrested for a new offense within 3 years of their release?

Accepted Answer

According to the study, 67.5% of nearly 300,000 former inmates released from prisons in 1994 were rearrested for a new offense within 3 years of their release.

Question 2

Shifting patterns in prison release indicate the strong emphasis placed on ____ during the 1980s and the use of ____ to structure early-release decisions.

Accepted Answer

The question mentions "early-release decisions," which indicates that determinate sentencing (sentencing with set release dates) and statistical guidelines (using data to determine release eligibility) were likely used to structure those decisions. Parole boards and mandatory release are less relevant to early-release decisions.

Question 3

One study on recidivism demonstrated that the inmates who adjusted most successfully to prison ____ to life in the free community upon release.

Accepted Answer

The study suggests that inmates who adjusted most successfully to prison life had the most difficulty adjusting to life outside, indicating that the skills and behaviors that helped them in prison were not as effective in the free community.

Question 4

Which of the following characteristics is common in both women and men's prisons?

Accepted Answer

Both women and men's prisons have high levels of depersonalization, where inmates are treated as numbers rather than individuals. This can lead to a loss of identity and sense of self, making it difficult for inmates to reintegrate back into society once released. While violence, interpersonal conflict, and interracial tensions may also be present in both types of prisons, depersonalization is a common characteristic.

Question 5

Mandatory release is similar to ____ in that people let out under either arrangement ordinarily receive a period of community supervision.

Accepted Answer

Both mandatory release and parole involve the release of an offender before the completion of their sentence, but with mandatory release, it is based on a predetermined amount of time served, while with parole, it is based on the offender's behavior and progress in rehabilitation. Both forms of release come with a period of community supervision. The other choices, maxing out, commutation, and determinate sentencing, do not involve early release or community supervision.

Question 6

According to a recent comprehensive review of research that evaluated the effects of correctional interventions on recidivism rates,what percent of correctional interventions,on average,reduced recidivism rates?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to a recent comprehensive review of...

Question 7

The parole authority may consist of three different people or groups of people,which are listed below.Which one does NOT belong?

Accepted Answer

While a probation officer may be involved in the supervision of a parolee, they are not typically a part of the parole authority. The other options (A, B, and D) all involve some form of representation or membership on a parole board.

Question 8

The results of research on recidivism indicate that the factor most strongly related to the likelihood of rearrest was:

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that prior arrest history is the single most important factor in predicting recidivism. Individuals who have previously been arrested are more likely to be rearrested in the future. Other factors such as socioeconomic class, educational achievement, and family life may also have an impact on recidivism, but they are typically not as strong predictors as prior arrest history.

Question 9

Approximately what percent of all prison inmates will eventually be released from prison?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 93% of all prison inmates will eventually be released from prison, as the vast majority are serving sentences for a specific period of time rather than life sentences or sentences leading to the death penalty.

Question 10

According to a recent comprehensive review of research that evaluated the effects of correctional interventions on recidivism rates,which of the following types of interventions was most successful in reducing recidivism rates?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral treatments were found to be the most successful in reducing recidivism rates according to the comprehensive review of research mentioned in the question.

Question 11

What is the cause of death for the vast majority of prison inmates who are not eventually released from prison?

Accepted Answer

The vast majority of prison inmates who are not eventually released from prison die from natural causes, such as illness or old age. According to statistics from the Bureau of Justice, in 2016, 88% of inmate deaths in state prisons were due to illnesses, such as cancer, heart disease, and liver disease. Only a small percentage of inmate deaths were due to suicide, homicide, or accidents, and even fewer were due to AIDS or execution.

Question 12

Depending on the jurisdiction,convicted felons lose a variety of civil rights.Which of the following is NOT a civil right commonly forfeited by convicted felons?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices listed (the right to vote, the right to hold public office, and the right to serve on a grand or petit jury) are civil rights that convicted felons commonly forfeit, depending on the jurisdiction.

Question 13

Which of the following items most often assumes the symbolic value of money in the sub-rosa economy of the prison?

Accepted Answer

Cigarettes are the most commonly used item as a form of currency in prison. They are easy to transport, have a recognizable value, and are in high demand among inmates. Other items, such as food or drugs, may also be used as currency, but cigarettes are the most widely accepted. Pornography may also be used as a form of currency in some cases, but it is less common than cigarettes.

Question 14

According to a recent national study of recidivism among state prisoners,which of the following is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

The statement that older persons were more likely to be rearrested than younger persons is NOT true. The correct statement is that younger persons have higher rates of recidivism compared to older persons. Therefore, option C is the incorrect statement among the given choices. Options A and B are true statements based on the study, and option D is incorrect as not all choices are true.

Question 15

According to a recent national study of recidivism among state prisoners,which of the following types of released prisoners had the highest rearrest rate?

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle thieves tend to have the highest rearrest rate among the options given, as property crimes, including vehicle theft, generally have higher recidivism rates compared to violent crimes or DUI offenses.

Question 16

According to a recent national study of recidivism among state prisoners,what percent of nearly 300,000 former inmates released from prisons in 1994 were returned to prison within 3 years of their release for a new offense or for a technical violation of release conditions?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is 51.8%. This figure is based on a study conducted by the Bureau of Justice Statistics, which tracked the recidivism rates of prisoners released in 1994. The study found that more than half of the released prisoners were rearrested for a new crime or for violating their parole conditions within three years of their release.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a value or norm of the convict code?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices given are values or norms of the convict code, making option D the incorrect choice.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is NOT true about the restoration of convicted felons' civil rights?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices are true. Some rights are restored automatically, some are restored by executive or judicial proceedings, and some are lost permanently. However, the specifics of which rights are restored and how vary by state and jurisdiction.

Question 19

What are vulnerable prison inmates known as?

Accepted Answer

Vulnerable prison inmates are often referred to as "punks," which is a derogatory slang term used to describe someone who is weak or submissive, particularly in a prison context.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT commonly cited as a reason for high rates of prison violence?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices (A, B, and C) are commonly cited as reasons for high rates of prison violence. Improper management and classification practices by staff, high levels of crowding and competition over resources, and the young age of most inmates are all factors that can contribute to a more volatile prison environment.

Quiz 11: Prison Life, Inmate Rights, and Release