Chapter 12: Populations in Focus Flashcards
What percentage of older populations in prisons got in when they were young, and are staying there?
10%.
What population of older offenders are in and out of jails, or “career criminals?”
17%.
What percentage of older offenders simply had a run in with the law?
73%.
What percentage of provincial inmates are females?
12%.
What percentage of provincial inmates on remand are females?
13%.
What percentage of federally incarcerated offenders are females?
6%.
Aggregate Sentences
The combined total of all sentences being served by an individual.
What is the task force assigned to assess the correctional management of women sentenced to federal prison in Canada?
Task Force on Federally Sentenced Women (TFFSW).
What was the name of the report released by TFFSW?
Creating Choices.
What was the name of the report released by TFFSW?
Creating Choices.
What are the 3 criteria for being labelled a DO?
- Threat to others.
- Pattern of repetitive behaviour.
- Not controllable through normal restraint.
What are the 3 criteria for being labelled a DO?
- Threat to others.
- Pattern of repetitive behaviour.
- Not controllable through normal restraint.
What is the predicted recidivism rate for Canadian federal offenders?
41-44%.
What percentage of sexual assault offences are committed by females?
4-5%.
What percentage of sexual assault offences are committed by females?
4-5%.
