Homework #1 Chapters 1 & 2
- Due Jul 12, 2018 by 11:59pm
- Points 10
- Submitting a text entry box
- Available Jul 10, 2018 at 12am - Jul 13, 2018 at 11:59pm
1. Research this case: Griffin vs. Wisconsin 483 US 868 1987 (Supreme Court)
2. Explain the purpose of Vera Institute of Justice--vera.org
3. Investigate states that have either incorporated or removed "three strikes you're out."
4. What is the relationship between "three strikes you're out" laws and geriatric inmates? Incorporate Melissa's Law into your answer. "Melissa's Law" was made a Massachusetts law in 2012.
5. Recently Wayne Chapman, Massachusetts, a convicted sex offender was getting ready to leave prison. Explain why the psychiatrists believed he could be released and the prisoners who reported his lewd behavior, when they learned of his leaving prison.
6. What is the purpose of The American Probation and Parole Association? (appa.net.org)
7. Explain the purpose of Restitution Centers: Do you think they are a good idea or not? Why?