Module 5 Discussion Prompt - Parole, Reentry, and Reintegration

 

Please respond to one of the prompts below to be considered for credit on this assignment.

Option 1:  Considerable debate surrounds the use of indeterminate sentencing and discretionary parole release. Based on the assigned readings (and outside resources as needed), briefly identify at least two pros and two cons of discretionary parole release. After identifying pros and cons, make an empirically-informed argument regarding if/how discretionary parole release should be used in the corrections system.  

Option 2:  People released from incarceration face numerous barriers to successful reintegration into society. First, identify two or three primary barriers that people may face during reentry. Second, propose a reentry program that you think might be helpful for reducing recidivism and/or improving reentry outcomes. Make sure you adequately explain the key components of your program and why you think this approach can be successful.