corrections

This volume addresses alternatives to incarceration and the pros and cons of employing them to control crime and recidivism.

While serving a six-month sentence at a juvenile detention center, thirteen-year-old Sura struggles to survive the experience with his spirit intact.

Contains twenty-six articles that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to America's prisons, debating whether American prisons are effective, just, and humane, and how different prison populations should be treated.

Presents arguments both in favor of and opposed to various treatments, programs, and punishments, examining issues such as youth curfews, juveniles in adult courts, legal representation for juveniles, juvenile boot camps, group homes, and out-of-home placement.

Contains articles in which the authors address a variety of topics related to the correctional system, including capital punishment, furlough and work-release programs, preventive detention, religious rights, and others, and provides arguments for and against the practices of the laws and policies related to each issue.

Explores alternatives to imprisonment, discussing parole and probation, rehabilitation, boot camps, community service, day reporting, house arrest, and the future of such programs.

Contains twelve articles in which the authors provide various perspectives on alternatives to prisons, debating whether incarceration reduces crime, and discussing different types of courts, prison overcrowding, electronic monitoring, and other topics.

Presents a description of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary for a career in law enforcement, and explores such fields as forensics, police or parole officer, federal agents, security guard, prosecuting attorney, and more.

A guide to Camp Green Lake Juvenile Correctional Facility, which is located in a dry lake bed in the middle of Texas, that features survival tips and new anecdotes about Stanley's fellow campers/prisoners.