Restorative Justice vs Retributive Justice

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How does education impact recidivism among women in prison?

Results in decreased chances of post-release reintegration
Has no effect on reducing crime-related behavior
Leads to improved social skills and self-value (correct)
Increases the likelihood of reoffending

Which factor has NOT been identified as a contributor to recidivism?

Education
Mental health
Peer group dynamics
Vocational training programs (correct)

What is the purpose of the Second Chance Pell Grant Program?

To increase the severity of punishment for offenders
To offer educational opportunities to incarcerated individuals (correct)
To provide funding for vocational training in prisons
To restrict access to education for inmates

How does Restorative Justice contribute to reducing recidivism?

By promoting offender accountability and reintegration (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role do societal beliefs play in influencing recidivism rates?

Affect the public perception of criminal justice systems (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Congress do in 1994 regarding prisoners and Pell Grants?

Banned prisoners from receiving Pell Grants (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which theory is used to explore the effectiveness of restorative justice in reducing recidivism in Indonesia?

Differential association theory (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary aim of restorative justice in reducing recidivism in Indonesia?

Involving community protection and educational sanctions (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do educational opportunities in prisons contribute to reducing recidivism?

By offering a more successful approach to inmate treatment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of restorative justice in addressing recidivism?

Promoting awareness and accountability of perpetrators (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Differential Association Theory propose about criminal behavior?

It is learned through association with others. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the social control theory, why do criminals struggle to reintegrate into society after imprisonment?

Because they lack attachment or commitment to society. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does inadequate supervision in overcrowded prisons affect inmates according to the text?

It results in increased learning of new crimes. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why might negative community stigma and insufficient training in LAPAS contribute to increased criminality post-release?

They create isolation and lack of opportunity. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do the Differential Association Theory and Social Control Theory differ in their explanations of criminal behavior?

One proposes criminal behavior is inherited, the other stresses learning through association. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of education in prison according to the text?

Boosting inmate's self-worth (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is Wyoming's recidivism rate possibly lower than the national average?

Educational opportunities provided by Wyoming Department of Corrections (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which types of vocational training are provided to women at the Wyoming Correctional Center?

Construction, forklift driving, welding, and computer applications (A) Signup and view all the answers

What initiative aimed to enroll 12,000 prisoners in over 100 US correctional institutes in 2016?

Second Chance Pell Grant pilot program (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can education programs in prisons benefit society?

Enhance inmates' skills for successful reentry (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the suggested approaches to reduce recidivism rates?

Providing treatment for substance abuse or mental illness (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are alternatives to imprisonment, such as probation and restorative justice, considered important?

Because they offer opportunities for rehabilitation and reduced recidivism (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor influencing recidivism rates according to 'The Complex Nature of Recidivism in Criminal Justice'?

The probability, promptness, and unpleasantness of punishment (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do studies using rearrest data compare to those using reincarceration data in terms of reported recidivism rates?

They report higher recidivism rates (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the suggested methods to reduce recidivism rates through education?

Introducing Second Chance Pell Grant Program for higher education (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of restorative justice?

Repairing losses caused by criminal acts (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does restorative justice differ from retributive justice?

It prioritizes community involvement in preserving fair peace (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is prison not considered the best solution for crime problems?

It is ineffective in deterring future crimes (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which law in Indonesia regulates restorative justice among others as mentioned in the text?

Juvenile Criminal Justice System Law (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does restorative justice contribute to reducing recidivism?

By encouraging social reintegration and avoiding stigma (D) Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to an offender's relapse into criminal behavior after being sanctioned or undergoing intervention for a previous crime?

Recidivism (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a contributor to recidivism in the text?

Access to quality healthcare (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of released prisoners were re-arrested within the first year according to the text?

25% (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of programs do researchers suggest introducing to reduce recidivism rates?

Psychological well-being, education, and vocational skills programs (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is identified as a predictor of recidivism in the text?

Peer group influence (B) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of offenders released from prison in 1999 were re-incarcerated within three years?

45.4% (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential cause of increased recidivism rates according to the text?

Prisons becoming breeding grounds for criminal subcultures (C) Signup and view all the answers