CH14 Challenges and Opportunities of CJS Reform

Question 1

smart on crime

Answer 1

fairness and accuracy

alternatives to traditional measure

preemptive mechanisms of preventing criminal behaviour

transitioning of ex offenders to successful lives

evidence based assessments of cost, efficiency, effectiveness

Question 2

over criminalization

Answer 2

imposing penalties unrelated to gravity of offence

excessive use of criminal law to address social problems

Question 3

developing & implementing evidence based legislation

Answer 3

there is a disconnect between CJS and scholarly research

not enough awareness about actual empirical research in CJS

resistant to change

concerns about cost

Question 4

absence of canadian research

Answer 4

gov’t reluctant to have research done that undermines effectiveness of the system

don’t allow for evaluation of programs and strategies

Question 5

proactive problem solving vs reactive sanctioning

Answer 5

CJS alone cannot prevent & reduce crime

implement more problem solving courts for restorative justice

Question 6

reduce marginality of offenders

Answer 6

a sign of deep rooted problems within society

what about long term impacts of interventions?

Question 7

addressing needs of victims

Answer 7

victim blaming and precipitation

marginalization and revictimization of victims

Question 8

managing technology

Answer 8

making sure CJS isn’t too reliant on tech & prevents human interactions

Question 9

rule of law & respecting rights

Answer 9

make sure that while enforcing laws, the rights of offenders are protected and they adhere to rule of law