Solution and Answer Guide: Corrections Today 5th Edition Rimonda Maroun, Larry J. Siegel, Clemens Bartollas
Solution and Answer Guide CORRECTIONS T ODAY 5 TH EDITION RIMONDA M AROUN, L ARRY J. SIEGEL, CLEMENS BARTOLLAS 978-035-776-3506; CHAPTER 1: THE CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM
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ANSWERS TO CRITICAL THINKING QUESTIONS 1. Which of the reasons why we punish has the greatest influence on the public and its policy makers today? Solution: The goal of corrections that is the most influential is “expresses public outrage.” The public is the body that pays taxes and otherwise supports the corrections system. 2. Do you think retribution will continue to be as popular as it has been in recent years? Will the costs of corrections affect this desire to incarcerate so many, for so long, and in long-term institutions? Solution: Yes, retribution will continue to be popular. The cost of corrections will not affect the desire to incarcerate so many for a long time. The general public will call for this and (reluctantly) pay the costs. 3. With the rise of professionalism in corrections, what can be done about those who continue to demonstrate a retributive spirit and express brutality toward inmates? Solution: Individuals should be carefully screened for employment in corrections. This should include a psychological test that may provide some insight into the individual's personality. Employees should be given ongoing training, including training on the correct treatment of inmates. Employees should be given an opportunity to change their behavior. If there is a second occurrence of mistreatment of an inmate, the employee should be fired. 4. What were the advantages and disadvantages of public executions of offenders? Would you favor televised public executions of offenders? If not, why not? Solution: Advantages: general deterrence for those who watch to consider the consequences of committing a capital crime; the ultimate punishment (death) is a public part of society for all to see.
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