37 Questions
How does education impact recidivism among women in prison?
Leads to improved social skills and self-value
Which factor has NOT been identified as a contributor to recidivism?
Vocational training programs
What is the purpose of the Second Chance Pell Grant Program?
To offer educational opportunities to incarcerated individuals
How does Restorative Justice contribute to reducing recidivism?
By promoting offender accountability and reintegration
What role do societal beliefs play in influencing recidivism rates?
Affect the public perception of criminal justice systems
What did Congress do in 1994 regarding prisoners and Pell Grants?
Banned prisoners from receiving Pell Grants
Which theory is used to explore the effectiveness of restorative justice in reducing recidivism in Indonesia?
Differential association theory
What is a primary aim of restorative justice in reducing recidivism in Indonesia?
Involving community protection and educational sanctions
How do educational opportunities in prisons contribute to reducing recidivism?
By offering a more successful approach to inmate treatment
What is the main focus of restorative justice in addressing recidivism?
Promoting awareness and accountability of perpetrators
What does the Differential Association Theory propose about criminal behavior?
It is learned through association with others.
According to the social control theory, why do criminals struggle to reintegrate into society after imprisonment?
Because they lack attachment or commitment to society.
How does inadequate supervision in overcrowded prisons affect inmates according to the text?
It results in increased learning of new crimes.
Why might negative community stigma and insufficient training in LAPAS contribute to increased criminality post-release?
They create isolation and lack of opportunity.
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.
What is one of the benefits of education in prison according to the text?
Boosting inmate's self-worth
Why is Wyoming's recidivism rate possibly lower than the national average?
Educational opportunities provided by Wyoming Department of Corrections
Which types of vocational training are provided to women at the Wyoming Correctional Center?
Construction, forklift driving, welding, and computer applications
What initiative aimed to enroll 12,000 prisoners in over 100 US correctional institutes in 2016?
Second Chance Pell Grant pilot program
How can education programs in prisons benefit society?
Enhance inmates' skills for successful reentry
What is one of the suggested approaches to reduce recidivism rates?
Providing treatment for substance abuse or mental illness
Why are alternatives to imprisonment, such as probation and restorative justice, considered important?
Because they offer opportunities for rehabilitation and reduced recidivism
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
How do studies using rearrest data compare to those using reincarceration data in terms of reported recidivism rates?
They report higher recidivism rates
What is one of the suggested methods to reduce recidivism rates through education?
Introducing Second Chance Pell Grant Program for higher education
What is the primary focus of restorative justice?
Repairing losses caused by criminal acts
How does restorative justice differ from retributive justice?
It prioritizes community involvement in preserving fair peace
Why is prison not considered the best solution for crime problems?
It is ineffective in deterring future crimes
Which law in Indonesia regulates restorative justice among others as mentioned in the text?
Juvenile Criminal Justice System Law
How does restorative justice contribute to reducing recidivism?
By encouraging social reintegration and avoiding stigma
What term refers to an offender's relapse into criminal behavior after being sanctioned or undergoing intervention for a previous crime?
Recidivism
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a contributor to recidivism in the text?
Access to quality healthcare
What percentage of released prisoners were re-arrested within the first year according to the text?
25%
What type of programs do researchers suggest introducing to reduce recidivism rates?
Psychological well-being, education, and vocational skills programs
Which factor is identified as a predictor of recidivism in the text?
Peer group influence
What percentage of offenders released from prison in 1999 were re-incarcerated within three years?
45.4%
Which of the following is a potential cause of increased recidivism rates according to the text?
Prisons becoming breeding grounds for criminal subcultures
Explore the concepts of restorative justice and retributive justice. Learn about the benefits of restorative justice in repairing relationships between perpetrators, victims, and society as an alternative to traditional punitive measures.
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