The effect of shock and regular probation upon recidivism: A comparative analysis

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Previous studies of shock probation have reported mixed effects with regard to recidivism rates. This particular study compared the attributes of a sample of shock and regular probationers and discovered that type of probation was not significantly related to rearrest rates.

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Authors: Vito, Gennaro F. (Author) ; Holmes, Ronald M. (Author) ; Wilson, Deborah G. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 1985
In: American journal of criminal justice
Year: 1985, Volume: 9, Issue: 2, Pages: 152-162
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Keywords:
Regular Probation
Prior Record
Recidivism Rate
Deterrent Effect
Property Crime
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Summary:Previous studies of shock probation have reported mixed effects with regard to recidivism rates. This particular study compared the attributes of a sample of shock and regular probationers and discovered that type of probation was not significantly related to rearrest rates.
ISSN:1936-1351
DOI:10.1007/BF02887264