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Video Link:  http://www.news4jax.com/news/marissa-alexander-expected-to-be-released/30947974

This local news report discusses the release of Melissa Alexander from prison and her recent placement on house arrest.

1. Why were some people cheering for Melissa Alexander’s house arrest while others decried an injustice?
2. Based on Melissa Alexander’s brief speech, what are the opportunities and challenges for her on house arrest?

Detecting Drug Use Among Offenders
Video Link:  http://www.kfyrtv.com/kmot/home/headlines/KMOT-Parole-and-Probation-Office-Stays-Busy-with-Drug-Testing-298976541.html

This local news story reports on how a local parole and probation's office routinely drug tests offenders.

1. Why are drug tests critical for an offender’s sentence and rehabilitation?
2. How does this parole and probation office ensure accuracy of drug tests?

Sex Offenders
Audio Link:  http://www.npr.org/player/v2/mediaPlayer.html?action=1&t=1&islist=false&id=4794570&m=4794571

This NPR story discusses how community members feel about Megan's Laws and its impact on their community.

1. Why does the woman in this story not want to know about sex offenders in her community?
2. What complications with Megan’s Laws are discussed in this story? 
3. How can correctional agencies engage the community in monitoring sex offenders?

Intermediate Sanctions in Different States
Web Link:  http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/criminal-justice/locked-up-in-america/for-some-felons-a-better-chance-to-break-the-re-entry-cycle/

This PBS article discusses movements to decrease recidivism, including state reforms.

1. Why are efforts to decrease recidivism crucial?
2. What obstacles to reentry currently exist for offenders?
3. How are programs discussed in this article supporting reentry?