8.5 Crime Prevention Science (CPSc) Solutions and Corrections
As we have discussed in prior chapters, there are Crime Prevention Science Solutions which could help make improvements to some of the struggles the corrections system is facing. Below are a couple examples of evidence-based solutions agencies are implementing to prepare those who are incarcerated to reenter the community.
Table 8.1. Crime Solutions for Corrections.
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The program provides postsecondary educational classes and programs to prisoners via one-way internet courses or onsite vocational instruction. The goal of the program is to reduce arrests following release from prison. The program is rated Promising. |
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This program offered postsecondary education for incarcerated individuals to reduce or break the cycle of continued or repeated criminal behavior. The program is rated Promising. Participants in the program had a statistically significant lower rate of arrests for a new crime than comparison group members. |
8.5.1 Licenses and Attributions for Crime Prevention Science (CPSc) Solutions and Corrections
“Crime Prevention Science (CPSc) Solutions and Corrections” by Sam Arungwa is licensed under CC BY 4.0.
“Table 8.1. Crime Solutions for Corrections (Table)” is adapted from “Program Profiles” by the National Institute of Justice Crime Solutions, which is in the Public Domain. Modifications in this adaptation by Sam Arungwa, licensed under CC BY 4.0, include selecting and putting the descriptions in a table.