future of probation and parole

The future of parole and probation relies on the examination of these three levels

It must be noted that ideally these theories and models have to work together in to achieve the best results both for the wrongdoer and for society . However , at present what is prevalent is the fact that these models work apart . There is nothing that links the three together except the fact that the wrong doer is involved in all three . This is evident with the fact that the present system is mainly retributive and rarely rehabilitative case

in point are instances of recidivism habitual delinquency and reiteracion . The focus of the system at present is to punish wrong doers and hope that they do not repeat the same actions . This translates to instances when a parolee or a person under probation inevitably has to be incarcerated

The system is to remain this way in the future if society does not play its part

As have been said [t]he intent of the law in subscribing parole and probation is admirable . It aims to avoid isolation of offenders from society and eases up their transition from prison to society . However the future of parole and probation seems to be blurred . Its dissolution will not come in the near future , however , as the incidence of recidivism increases , changes in the way offenders are handled will have to be implemented in to address the fear of society (OCOS

Indeed the future of parole and probation is blurred , unsure and hazy For as long as the rehabilitative and restorative aspects are not looked into , cases of recidivism , habitual delinquency and reiteracion are bound to happen over and over again

References

Fuller , John (1998 . Criminal Justice : A Peacemaking Perspective Boston : Allyn and Bacon

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