Chapter 16 Flashcards
In the past two decades the percentage of drug offenders in prison, increased or decreased
Increased
In the last couple decades has release on parole been easier or harder for inmates?
Harder
Are victims allowed to make statements at parole hearings?
Yes in most states
Can a parolee work as a bartender?
No
What is meant by in custody-visitation?
An in-custody visitation is when a parent that is in prison is allowed to have time with their child, so that they can build a relationship.
Who operates halfway houses?
Halfway houses are operated by private organizations or by the state corrections department.
Who has the power to enforce conditions of release?
Parole officers in their role of cop have the power to enforce them.
True false; most parole officers have little difficulty in monitoring the behavior of parolees
False, it is hard to monitor, control, and assist clients who have little knowledge of society.
If those released on parole , do they adjust quickly to the outside world?
No
Can increasing restriction on parolees affect their families, or communities?
Yes
Are their people on the sex offenders registry who have committed very low level offenses?
Yes
If a parolee commits a technical violation will that require a hearing?
Yes, a two -step hearing process is required because of Morrissey v. Brewer.
What is the general consensus of parolees that fail a drug test, is it that they should be sent back to prison?
Yes
An inmate that maxes their time out, can a parole board hold the inmate any longer?
A parole board can’t hold the inmate any longer if they max out their time.
What is the second chance act?
The Second Chance Act of 2007 was designed to ensure the safe and successful return of prisoners to the community, It provides federal grants to states and communities to support reentry initiatives focused on employment, housing, substance abuse, mental health treatment, and children and family services.
Know what a pardon is
A pardon is an action of the executive branch of the state or federal government excluding the offense and absolving the offender from the consequences of the crime.
Does a pardon erase a criminal record?
A pardon can erase a criminal record, it is mostly used like this for first time offenders
Is a pardon given as a misscarriage of justice?
Yes
What are some of the civil disabilities that are imposed on ex-felons?
forfeiture of the right to vote, serve on a jury, hold public office, and are restricted from certain types of employment, and obtaining certain licenses.
What is a ticket of leave?
A ticket of leave is a system of conditional release from prison, devised by Captain Alexander Maconochie and first developed in Ireland by Sir Walter Crofton. This is the earliest form of parole.
Can a mandatory release date be affected by good time?
A mandatory release date can be affected and made lower based on good time; the sentence equals total sentence - good time.
Know what a furlough is
A furlough is the temporary release of an inmate from a correctional institution for a brief period, usually one to three days, for a visit home. Such programs help maintain family ties and prepare inmates for release on parole.
Where did the concept of parole originate?
The concept of parole first developed in England, Australia, and Ireland. England-Captain Alexander Maconochie first made it, it was then expanded to Ireland and Australia. These early forms used a ticket of leave.
Is rehabilitation a concept upon which parole is based on?
Yes
