CJ V

CJ V disc assessment

100 ish words

As we have learned, the American correctional system is a critical element in the criminal justice process. Consider the role and the goals of our correctional system coupled with the rising inmate population, lack of funding, and lack of prison bed space that currently exist. 

In your opinion, does the use of probation, parole, and community corrections seem to address the needs of our criminal justice system and provide a sound solution to such issues surrounding our correctional system? Explain your reasoning.

Course Textbook(s) Schmalleger, F. (2016). Criminal justice: A brief introduction (11th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.

Question 1

Explain the American philosophy of imprisonment and how this affects the U.S. criminal justice system.

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.

Question 2

Explain probation and parole and the advantages and disadvantages of both.

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.