Introduction to Corrections.

Section I: Foundations of CorrectionsAn Overview of CorrectionsCorrectional FoundationsThe Global CommunityCrimeHow Do We View Corrections?What Is Corrections?A Snapshot of Those Adults Confined and Under Judicial SanctionsJuvenile OffendersProfessional Opportunities in CorrectionsWhat Is the Goal o...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	McElreath, David
Corporate Author:	Taylor & Francis
Other Authors:	Keena, Linda, Etter, Greg, Stuart, Ellis, Jr
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Language Notes:	English.
Published:	Hoboken : CRC Press, 2011.
Subjects:	Corrections > United States. Services correctionnels > États-Unis. COMPUTERS > Security > General. LAW > Criminal Law > General. LAW > Forensic Science. Corrections United States Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

Table of Contents:

Front Cover; Contents; The Authors; Chapter 1: An Overview of Corrections; Chapter 2: Corrections: A Historical View; Chapter 3: Sentencing; Chapter 4: History and Process of Probation and Noncustodial Supervision; Chapter 5: History and Process of Parole and Postconfinement Release; Chapter 6: Jails; Chapter 7: Correctional Systems and Institutions; Chapter 8: Prison Life; Chapter 9: Current Issues and Problems Facing Corrections; Chapter 10: Inmate Rights and Correctional Law; Chapter 11: Victims' Rights; Chapter 12: Correctional Counseling; Chapter 13: Capital Punishment.