Introduction to Corrections
Video and Multimedia
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Home Detention
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.
- Why were some people cheering for Melissa Alexander’s house arrest while others decried an injustice?
- 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.
- Why are drug tests critical for an offender’s sentence and rehabilitation?
- 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.
- Why does the woman in this story not want to know about sex offenders in her community?
- What complications with Megan’s Laws are discussed in this story?
- 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.
- Why are efforts to decrease recidivism crucial?
- What obstacles to reentry currently exist for offenders?
- How are programs discussed in this article supporting reentry?