Assignment Details
Probation sentences are used more often than any other sentencing option in the United States for correctional purposes. As a result, there are benefits and drawbacks to the system.
This video takes a look at the differences between probation and parole (AJ+, 2015):
Using the knowledge that you have gained from this weeks reading assignments, Intellipath and MUSE assets, and other information provided, address the following questions in a 2 page paper:
- Identify and discuss three benefits of probation sentences.
- Identify and discuss three drawbacks of probation sentences.
- If you were an offender who just received a probation sentence, how would you plan to make your probation sentence successful?
- Which of your behaviors and habits would need to change if you were on probation? Why?
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Assignment Objectives
Describe probation, parole, and the revocation processDescribe the legal rights of prisonersReference
AJ+. (2015, May 5). Probation, Parole What’s The Difference? [Video]. You Tube.