4.1 Sociological Prison Flashcards
What are the three main types of criminological theories?
- individualistic
- biological
- sociological
These theories help in understanding crime and informing policy development.
What are the two main categories of policy development?
- informal policy making
- formal policy making
These categories determine how policies are structured and implemented.
What are examples of crime control policies?
- state punishment policies
State punishment policies aim to deter crime through various forms of punishment.
According to HM Prison Service, what is the goal of keeping those sentenced to prison in custody?
To help them lead law-abiding and useful lives, both while in prison and after release
This reflects the rehabilitative aim of the prison system.
What is penal populism?
A policy approach that favors punitive measures against crime, often influenced by public opinion
This approach can lead to harsher sentencing and more incarceration.
What is zero tolerance in the context of crime control policies?
A strict enforcement policy that imposes severe penalties for minor offenses
This approach aims to deter crime through the certainty of punishment.
What role do voluntary organizations play in the prison system?
They collaborate with courts, police, and local councils to support rehabilitation efforts
Their involvement is crucial for successful reintegration of offenders.
What is the purpose of restorative justice?
To repair the harm caused by criminal behavior through reconciliation between victims and offenders
This approach focuses on healing rather than punishment.
What is a concurrent sentence?
Where two or more prison sentences are given and ordered to be served at the same time
Only the longest sentence is served in this case.
What is a consecutive sentence?
Prison sentences served one after the other
This means that the total time served is the sum of all sentences.
What is a suspended sentence?
A sentence served in the community with conditions often relating to unpaid work
This allows offenders to avoid incarceration under certain conditions.
What is a determinate sentence?
A sentence of a fixed length
This type of sentence has a specific end date.
What is an indeterminate sentence?
A sentence of no fixed length
The duration of imprisonment can vary based on behavior and rehabilitation.
What is the capacity of H.M.P Wandsworth?
1628 prisoners
Wandsworth is one of the largest prisons in Western Europe.
When was H.M.P Wandsworth built?
1851
The residential areas remain in the original buildings.
What modernization features have been added to H.M.P Wandsworth since 1989?
Extensive refurbishment and modernisation, including:
* In-cell sanitation
* Privacy screens for cells
* In-cell electricity
These improvements aim to enhance living conditions for inmates.
Does prison work for some individuals?
Yes, some use their sentence to turn their life around
This indicates that rehabilitation can be successful for certain inmates.
Who has control over the budget of the prison now?
Governors
Governors have control rather than the government, allowing for more tailored budget management.
List some evidence suggesting that prison does not work.
- Drug use in prison
- Addiction fueling violence
- Not all inmates follow the rules
- High levels of violence
- Murders occurring in prison
- Presence of gangs
- Corruption among some officers
- High instances of self-harm and mental health issues
- Understaffing preventing full control
These factors contribute to the argument that prison may fail to rehabilitate inmates.
What are some of the main problems facing H.M.P Wandsworth?
- Drug-related issues
- Violence among inmates
- Corruption among staff
- High rates of self-harm
- Understaffing
These problems highlight significant challenges within the prison system.
True or False: Prisons create a cycle of violence.
True
The cycle of violence is a critical concern in discussions about the effectiveness of prison as a rehabilitative environment.
Fill in the blank: H.M.P Wandsworth has undergone extensive _______ and modernisation since 1989.
refurbishment
This refurbishment includes various improvements to inmate living conditions.
