Learning Objectives

  • Understand the history and purpose of parole
  • Know the difference between mandatory and discretionary parole and how they both differ from unconditional release
  • Understand the roles and duties of probation officers and parole board members
  • Understand the issues involved in prisoner reentry into the community and parolee recidivism
  • Know what makes for a successful reentry
  • Understand the principle of graduated sanctions
  • Be able to identify and discuss halfway houses, house arrest, and electronic monitoring