One of the problems for pretrial detainees is their physica… One of the problems for pretrial detainees is their physical appearance when they attend court. Read Details
At a revocation hearing, the facts of the allegation are he… At a revocation hearing, the facts of the allegation are heard and decided. Read Details
Jails, prisons, probation, and parole all struggle to work… Jails, prisons, probation, and parole all struggle to work effectively together. Read Details
In Ford v. Wainwright the Supreme Court ruled that … In Ford v. Wainwright the Supreme Court ruled that should not be executed. Read Details
The public’s response to crime frequently makes classificat… The public’s response to crime frequently makes classification an emotionally charged issue. Read Details
All punishments inflicted upon offenders are visible. All punishments inflicted upon offenders are visible. Read Details
In Atkins v. Virginia the Supreme Court ruled that: In Atkins v. Virginia the Supreme Court ruled that: Read Details
Some overseers think a hardening of public attitudes toward… Some overseers think a hardening of public attitudes toward criminals is reflected in longer sentences. Read Details
Because of the heinous nature of the crime, several states h… Because of the heinous nature of the crime, several states have sought to enact laws permitting use of the death penalty for adults who: Read Details
The short-term history of corrections seems dominated by fa… The short-term history of corrections seems dominated by fads. Read Details
