Which of the following is true regarding community corrections?

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Offenders assigned to community corrections are often non-violent and have committed less serious offenses. Community corrections are meant to be an alternative to incarceration for these types of offenders.

Answer: B 
 Community supervision is often less expensive than incarceration, as it does not require expensive prison infrastructure and the costs of housing, feeding and caring for prisoners.

Answer: C 
 Studies have shown that the rates of recidivism for those under community supervision are actually lower than for those who go to prison. This is because community corrections often provide more opportunities for rehabilitation and support than prison.

Answer: D 
 While community supervision can be challenging, it is generally seen as less destructive than going to prison. Community corrections allow offenders to maintain relationships with family and friends, continue working, and reintegrate into society, whereas prison often disrupts these connections and can cause emotional distress.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding Community Corrections