The Role of Corrections in Criminal Justice System

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What is the purpose of the prison library in supporting educational programmes?

To offer the opportunity for leisure time activity and provide a link to the outside world.

What types of training are available in prisons?

Vocational training, proficiency training, and in-service-training in market-related fields.

What is the role of psychologists in prisons?

To function within the psychological mental health programs and address various inmate needs.

Who can access social work services in prisons?

All sentenced inmates. Signup and view all the answers

How does the prison system aim to promote social functioning among inmates?

Through the availability of social work services. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of providing central broadcasts and TV in prisons?

To allow inmates to stay informed about the world outside and promote cultural aspects of social life. Signup and view all the answers

What should Correctional Officers do when addressing rule violations?

Apply disciplinary measures to the offending inmate(s) only, rather than punishing the entire group Signup and view all the answers

How should CO handle discussions about rule violations with inmates?

Discuss rule violation with inmates in private Signup and view all the answers

What authority do CO have in dealing with inmate problems and conflicts?

Protect themselves from manipulation by inmates Signup and view all the answers

What is Correctional Supervision in the context of community-based sentences?

Correctional supervision can be defined as a community-based sentence option in which inmates serve their sentence in society according to strict supervision Signup and view all the answers

Why is Correctional Supervision seen as advantageous?

The growing prison population in SA and the associated overpopulated prison places a heavy burden on the taxpayer Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of CO in creating an environment among inmates?

Create an environment free of violence and destruction among inmates Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of the Criminal Justice System (CJS)?

The main aim of CJS is maintenance of law and order by preventing and controlling crime. Signup and view all the answers

How does the CJS achieve deterrence according to Neser (1993)?

Depriving inmates of freedom and placing them in an unnatural situation serves as deterrence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rehabilitation in the CJS?

Rehabilitation aims to render a positive change in the behavior and attitude of inmates. Signup and view all the answers

How does the CJS contribute to crime prevention?

By keeping people in prison, they are prevented from committing crime and recidivism is reduced. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of law enforcement in the Components of CJS?

Law enforcement involves the investigation of crime and the arrest of suspects. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of prosecution in the CJS?

Prosecution involves charging and prosecuting suspected offenders. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the courts in the CJS?

The courts determine guilt or innocence and issue sentencing. Signup and view all the answers

What role do correctional institutions play in the CJS?

Correctional institutions perform punishment and treatment to change behavior. Signup and view all the answers

How can a person end up in the CJS according to the text?

A person can end up in the CJS through crime being reported by society or by police arresting a suspect. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) in the CJS?

The primary roles of DCS include safe custody of inmates, providing treatment opportunities, and correctional supervision. Signup and view all the answers