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What is the primary goal of rehabilitation programs for inmates?
Which entity is NOT authorized to commit a person to jail?
Which of these categories describes inmates with a tendency to harm themselves?
Safekeeping involves the temporary custody of a person. What is its main purpose?
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What distinguishes sexual deviates from sex offenders?
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Which of the following best defines 'commitment' in a legal context?
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Which category of inmate is characterized by anti-social behavior and a preference for unusual sexual practices?
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What is the focus of inmate classification?
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What is the primary purpose of punishment for reformation?
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Which of the following correctly describes the principle of social defense in penalties?
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What does it mean for a penalty to be personal in nature?
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Which type of penalty involves imprisonment for more than 20 years?
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What is a characteristic of penalties categorized as afflictive?
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Which of the following statements best captures the essence of justice in punishment?
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Why must penalties be certain according to the legal requisites of punishment?
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What is a potential impact of exemplary punishment?
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Who is responsible for coordinating with concerned agencies regarding an inmate's case?
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What is the maximum duration that an inmate can stay at the Inmate Classification and Counseling Unit (ICCU)?
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Which member is NOT part of the Classification Board?
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What type of evaluation is performed to determine the present mental state of the inmate?
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What is the role of the Assistant Warden during the orientation of newly committed inmates?
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Which examination is NOT part of the classification process for inmates?
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Who conducts the in-depth interview during the social case study process?
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What is the primary purpose of risk assessment during inmate classification?
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What defines a terrorist group?
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Who is classified as a Violent Extremist Offender (VEO)?
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Which of the following describes Medium Risk Inmates?
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What document is NOT required for the commitment to a jail facility?
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What is the role of the GATER in the reception procedures?
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Minimum Risk Inmates are characterized by which of the following?
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Which of the following is a requirement for committing a person to jail?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Subversive Group?
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What differentiates illegal contraband from nuisance contraband?
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Which of the following items is specifically classified as nuisance contraband?
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What term refers to an inmate who has been convicted by final judgment?
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Which of the following correctly describes infirmed inmates?
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What constitutes a jailbreak in a correctional facility?
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Which of the following best defines an instrument of restraint?
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What event can be classified as a jail incident?
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Who are escape-prone inmates?
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Study Notes
Purpose of Punishment
- Prevention: Punishment serves as a deterrent, discouraging future criminal activity by the offender and others.
- Self-Defense: The state protects society from ongoing threats and wrongs committed by criminals.
- Reformation: Punishment aims to rehabilitate the offender and encourage them to reintegrate into society as a law-abiding citizen.
- Exemplarity: Punishment serves as a public example, dissuading others from engaging in similar criminal behavior.
- Justice: It is a form of retribution, ensuring the violation of absolute rights and moral principles is addressed.
Purpose of Penalty
- Retribution or Expiation: A penalty proportionate to the seriousness of the crime, serving as payment for the harm caused.
- Corrective or Reformation: Penalties, particularly those involving deprivation of liberty, provide opportunities for the offender's reformation.
- Social Defense: Penalties, especially for repeat offenders (recidivists), protect society from further criminal activity.
Juridical Conditions of Penalty
- Productive of Suffering: Punishment must inflict pain, but without compromising the offender's human dignity.
- Commensurate with the Offense: Different crimes carry different punishments.
- Personal: The offender, and not a proxy, is responsible for the punishment.
- Legal: All punishment must be legally sanctioned.
- Equal: Penalties are applicable to all individuals equally.
- Certain: No one is exempt from the consequences of their actions.
- Correctional: Penalties should aim to change offenders' attitudes and encourage them to become law-abiding citizens.
Duration of Penalties
- Death Penalty: Capital punishment, the ultimate penalty.
- Life Imprisonment: Imprisonment for life, typically for crimes under special penal laws.
- Reclusion Perpetua: Imprisonment for 20 years and 1 day up to 40 years.
- Reclusion Temporal: Imprisonment for 12 years and 1 day to 20 years.
- Prision Mayor: Imprisonment for 6 years and 1 day to 12 years.
- Prision Correctional: Imprisonment for 6 months and 1 day to 6 years.
- Arresto Mayor: Imprisonment for 1 month and 1 day to 6 months.
- Arresto Menor: Imprisonment for 1 day to 30 days.
- Bond to Keep the Peace: A discretionary penalty imposed by the court.
Constitutional Restrictions on Penalties
- The Philippine Constitution outlines specific restrictions on penalties, ensuring fairness and due process.
Jail Terminology
- Illegal Contraband: Items prohibited by law, such as dangerous drugs, weapons, and explosives.
- Nuisance Contraband: Items that are not illegal but forbidden in jail settings due to concerns about security, sanitation, or order.
- Conjugal Visitation: A visit by a wife to her incarcerated husband, typically an hour in duration with privacy, allowing for potential sexual contact.
- Detainee: A person held in jail pending investigation, trial, or final judgment.
- Prisoner: An individual who has been convicted by a final judgment.
- Inmate: A general term encompassing both detainees and prisoners.
- Escape-Prone Inmates: Inmates with a history of or a propensity to escape.
- Infirmed Inmates: Inmates with prolonged physical or mental vulnerabilities due to illness or age.
- Instrument of Restraint: Devices used to control inmates, such as handcuffs.
- Jail Incident: Any unusual event or condition within a jail, such as a jailbreak, riot, assault, or security breach.
- Jailbreak: An escape from jail involving multiple inmates with the use of force or deception.
- Jail Escape: An escape from jail through unauthorized or illegal means.
- Rehabilitation: Programs designed to restore inmate self-respect and responsibility, preparing them for life after serving their sentence.
- Safekeeping: Temporary custody of a person for their or the community's protection.
- Sex Offenders: Inmates who have committed crimes involving sexual assault, molestation, or pornography.
- Sexual Deviates: Inmates who have unusual sexual practices or engage in socially prohibited behavior.
- Suicidal Inmates: Inmates who exhibit suicidal tendencies.
- Bisexual: Individuals attracted to both men and women.
- Gay: Male homosexual inmates.
- Lesbian: Female homosexual inmates.
- Transgender: Individuals whose gender identity or expression differs from their assigned biological sex.
Commitment and Classification of Prisoners and Detainees
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Commitment: The process of placing an inmate in a jail facility by court order.
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Authorized Entities for Commitment:
- Supreme Court
- Court of Appeals
- Sandiganbayan
- Regional Trial Court
- Metropolitan/Municipal Trial Court
- Municipal Circuit Trial Court
- Congress of the Philippines
- Other authorized bodies or individuals.
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Classification: Grouping inmates based on factors like penalty, gender, age, health, and criminal history.
Categories of Inmates
- Subversive Group: Individuals or groups advocating for the overthrow or undermining of the government.
- Terrorist Group: Individuals or groups engaging in activities like piracy, rebellion, insurrection, coup d’état, murder, kidnapping, and acts of destruction.
- Violent Extremist Offender (VEO): Individuals whose political or religious ideologies are considered extreme and who resort to violence to achieve their goals.
- Medium Risk Inmates: Inmates posing a moderate risk to staff and the public. They require increased security and supervision.
- Minimum Risk Inmates (Ordinary Inmates): First-time offenders or individuals charged with minor offenses, posing the least risk to public safety.
Requirements for Commitment
- Commitment Order: A court order authorizing the inmate's detention.
- Medical Certificate: A recent medical examination conducted within 24 hours of admission.
- Complaint/Information: The formal document outlining the charges against the inmate.
- Police Booking Sheet: A record of the inmate's arrest and initial information.
- Certificate of Detention: Confirmation from the PNP or NBI regarding the inmate's detention.
Reception Procedures
- GATER:* An officer who verifies the committing officer's identity and authority and checks the completeness of the required documents.
- DESK OFFICER:* Registers the inmate in the jail blotter, assigns them to a reception area, and schedules orientation, risk assessment, and medical screenings.
- ASSISTANT WARDEN OR OFFICER OF THE DAY:* Provides inmates with an orientation on jail rules and regulations.
- JAIL WARDEN:* Coordinates with relevant agencies regarding the inmate's case, ensuring its timely resolution, and providing necessary documents.
Classification Board
- A body responsible for classifying inmates. It usually consists of the following:
- Chairperson: Assistant Warden
- Members: Chief, Custodial/Security Office; Medical Officer/Public Health Officer; Jail Chaplain; Inmates Welfare and Development Officer.
Classification Process
- 1. Admission of Inmate:* Newly admitted inmates stay in the Inmate Classification and Counseling Unit (ICCU) for a minimum of 30 days and maximum of 60 days, undergoing various assessments.
- 2. Medical Examination:* Assessment of the inmate's overall health.
- 3. Dental Examination:* Examination of teeth, gums, and overall dental health.
- 4. Psychological Examination:* Evaluation of the inmate's mental and emotional state.
- 5. Social Case Study:* A detailed examination of the inmate's background, including family, education, social interactions, and other relevant issues.
- 6. Risk Assessment:* Evaluation of the inmate's potential for violence or escape.
- 7. Psychiatric Evaluation:* Assessment of the inmate's mental state and diagnosis of potential psychiatric disorders.
- 8. Case Management:* Consolidation of assessment results and determination of the appropriate inmate classification and development programs.
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Explore the fundamental concepts behind punishment and penalties in the justice system. This quiz delves into their various purposes, including prevention, reformation, and the principles of justice. Test your understanding of how these concepts aim to protect society and rehabilitate offenders.
