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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VerfasserInnen: Bowman, Edward L. (VerfasserIn) ; Ely, Katherine (VerfasserIn)
Medienart: Elektronisch Aufsatz
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: 2017
In: The prison journal
Jahr: 2017, Band: 97, Heft: 5, Seiten: 543-561
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Discretionary parole
Jail
Reentry
Rural
Static and dynamic risk
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Zusammenfassung: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