Synopsis
Allen (emeritus, administrative justice, San Jose State University) and Latessa (criminal justice, University of Cincinnati) introduce the criminal justice system, sentencing, community corrections, and incarceration, and discuss adult and juvenile probation and parole and the roles of officers who specialize in these areas. They examine strategies for managing offenders and look at the future of corrections in the community. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Booknews
Provides a broad overview of community corrections for students, covering the criminal justice system, sentencing and community corrections, prisons, and strategies for classifying, managing, and servicing offenders. Looks in depth at parole and probation, with chapters on the development of parole in America, granting probation and parole, and the role of probation and parole officers. Discusses intermediate sanctions such as electronic monitoring and house arrest, and community residential correctional programs. Includes a glossary, chapter summaries, key terms, and review questions. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknew.com)