Examining the Predictors of Parole Release in a Rural Jail Population

Parole is the linchpin of correctional practices, but few studies have examined discretionary parole in a rural population. The current study examines static risk and dynamic needs that influence parole decision making in a rural jail population. Data were collected on parole releases over a 3-year...

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Autores principales: Bowman, Edward L. (Autor) ; Ely, Katherine (Autor)
Tipo de documento: Electrónico Artículo
Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: 2017
En: The prison journal
Año: 2017, Volumen: 97, Número: 5, Páginas: 543-561
Acceso en línea: Volltext (Resolving-System)
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Palabras clave:
Discretionary parole
Jail
Reentry
Rural
Static and dynamic risk
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Sumario:Parole is the linchpin of correctional practices, but few studies have examined discretionary parole in a rural population. The current study examines static risk and dynamic needs that influence parole decision making in a rural jail population. Data were collected on parole releases over a 3-year period beginning in 2012. Offenders received recommendations for parole from a reentry assessment team. Logistic regression was used to explain variance in the factors influencing discretionary parole release. Obstacles or challenges that offenders face when paroling to a rural location were also examined. Several policy recommendations are addressed.
ISSN:1552-7522
DOI:10.1177/0032885517728868