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2013
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Webinar: The Recidivism Reduction Checklists: A Resource for State Leaders and Corrections Agencies
National Reentry Resource Center (New York, NY).
“Three checklists are introduced during this webinar, each tailored to distinct audiences: 1) Executive and Legislative Policymakers; 2) State Corrections Administrators; 3) State Reentry Coordinators. During this webinar a distinguished panel of state corrections directors, policy staff, and state reentry coordinators discussed the content of the checklists, as well as ways that state corrections administrators and their staff can use the checklists to bolster recidivism reduction efforts withi... Read More
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9 minutes + 37 pages
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2013
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IACP Center for Social Media
International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). IACP Center for Social Media (Alexandria, VA).
“The goal of the [Center for Social Media] initiative is to build the capacity of law enforcement to use social media to prevent and solve crimes, strengthen police-community relations, and enhance services. IACP’s Center for Social Media serves as a clearinghouse of information and no-cost resources to help law enforcement personnel develop or enhance their agency’s use of social media and integrate Web 2.0 tools into agency operations.” Points of access include: getting started—an introduction... Read More
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2013
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Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Forms and Publications
California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) (Sacramento, CA).
Copies of training manuals for courses provided by the California Board of State and Community Standards can be found at this website. Forms and publications include: Adult Corrections Officer – Core Manual; Adult Corrections Officer – Job Analysis Report; Adult Corrections Officer – Knowledge and Skills Maps; Adult Corrections Officer – Physical Tasks Training Manual; Annual Course – Guide to Writing Objectives for Annual Course Certification; Handbook for Core - 6th Edition; Hearing Screenin... Read More
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2013
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Workload and Resource Assessment: Resource Guide
National Center for State Courts (NCSC) (Williamsburg, VA).
“Systematically assessing the number or people, appropriate resources, and measures of caseloads is critical for ensuring that courts and related agencies are able to deliver quality service to the public effectively and without delay. Given the increasing number and complexity of cases, it is important for states to use an objective workload assessment process, combined with an interconnectedness of judicial and staff work that allows for a holistic assessment of resources needed, to ensure tha... Read More
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2012
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Technology in Corrections-Corrections Technology Center of Excellence-DC Public Safety Radio
By Sipes, Leonard; Russo, Joe.
DC Public Safety (Washington, DC).
"The program interviews Joe Russo, Director, Corrections Technology Center of Excellence, funded by the National Institute of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, US Department of Justice. Joe addresses the use of GPS tracking of offenders, methods to search computers owned by offenders and additional corrections and law enforcement technology under development by the center."... Read More
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2012
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Can a Faith-Based Prison Reduce Recidivism
By Johnson, Byron R..
The use of the InnerChange Freedom Initiative (IFI) in Texas prisons is evaluated. This program appears to be a promising strategy for promoting prosocial behavior. 'IFI is a Christ-centered, Bible-based prison program that supports and encourages inmates through a process of spiritual and moral transformation, which begins while they are incarcerated and continues after release' (p. 61). The program has three phases: two while in prison lasting 16-24 months and an aftercare phase of 6 to 12 mon... Read More
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3 pages
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2012
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The Unique Innovative Role of Information Technology in Advancing Health Care Solutions for Incarcerated Women
By Cook, Ces’.
Business Computer Applications (BCA) (Atlanta, GA).
The impact of health information technology on health care provided to incarcerated females is examined. Sections following an abstract address: facts about the over-incarceration of women; characteristics of incarcerated women; reproductive health of incarcerated females; substance abuse and mental health problems; classification, collaboration, and screening; policy framework to strengthen community corrections; variability and information technology; adoption of health ; information technolo... Read More
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15 pages
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2012
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Manual for the Guidance of Inmates: Women’s Prison Version: 2012 Edition
New Hampshire Dept. of Corrections (Concord, NH).
“This manual has been designed to help you [the inmate] understand what is required of you during your stay at a New Hampshire Department of Corrections (NH DOC) facility. This manual contains information essential to your well being and should be studied carefully” (p. 1). It is divided into seven parts: getting started--quarantine, classification, and restitution; settling in—counts, inmate appearance, opportunities, living areas, communication with staff, problem solving steps, personal and s... Read More
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70 pages
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2012
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A Reentry Education Model: Supporting Education and Career Advancement for Low-Skill Individuals In Corrections
By Tolbert, Michelle.
U.S. Dept. of Education. Office of Vocational and Adult Education (Washington, DC).
MPR Associates, Inc. (Berkeley, CA).
This report describes the “development of a correctional education reentry model illustrating an education continuum to bridge the gap between prison and community-based education and training programs. The goal of this model is to ensure that offenders can gain the knowledge and skills needed to obtain long-term, living-wage employment, and transition successfully out of the corrections system. It is based on a review of research studies and feedback from a panel of experts, including practi... Read More
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36 pages
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2011
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Environmental Scan 2011
National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Aurora, CO).
“Beginning in the late 1990’s, the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) Information Center began scanning social, economic and corrections issues to inform the development of programs and services offered by NIC. This report, now in its 6th edition, has continued to evolve into a popular tool that is also used by corrections practitioners to inform their work in jails, prisons and community corrections. Since there are many issues beyond what is addressed in this environmental scan that poten... Read More
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40 pages
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2011
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Enhancing Supervision and Support for Released Prisoners: A Documentation and Evaluation of the Community Supervision Mapping System
By Lucht, Jim; La Vigne, Nancy G.; Denver, Megan.
National Institute of Justice (Washington, DC).
Providence Plan (ProvPlan) (Providence, RI); Urban Institute. Justice Policy Center (Washington, DC).
The “Community Supervision Mapping System (CSMS), an online tool that enables users to map the formerly incarcerated and others on probation, along with related data such as service provider locations and police districts” is described (p. v). Agencies looking to design and implement such a system should read this article. It will provide you with valuable information for getting your project off the ground. Sections of this report following an executive summary include: introduction; concept an... Read More
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121 pages
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2009
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Correctional Standards and Common Function Development for Information Management Systems
Corrections Technology Association (Tallahassee, FL).
A description, use case diagram and use case specifications are provided for the following corrections management information system (MIS) business functions: reception and commitment; sentence and time accounting; classification; caseload management; security; discipline; housing bed management; medical; grievances; programs; scheduling; investigation gang management; property; trust accounting; visitation; release and discharge; and community supervision. A glossary is provided organized acco... Read More
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508 p.
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2009
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Immigration Detention: Can ICE Meet It's Legal Imperatives and Case Management Responsibilities?
By Kerwin, Donald; Lin, Serena Yi-Ying.
Migration Policy Institute (MPI) (Washington, DC).
The effectiveness of ICE’s (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s) database and case tracking system is determined. Five sections follow an executive summary: introduction; background; findings regarding detainee demographic, detention facilities, length of detention, criminal charges, and trends; sufficiency of ICE information systems to meet the core agency mandates—data fields, legal standards and procedures, alternatives to detention, and national standards; and conclusion. ICE cannot f... Read More
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37 p.
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2009
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Offender Supervision With Electronic Technology: Community Corrections Resource, Second Edition
U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance (Washington, DC).
American Probation and Parole Association (Lexington, KY).
“[P]ractical information for the community corrections field [is provided in order] to make informed decisions about incorporating electronic supervision technologies” (p.10). Sections of this guidebook include: an overview of supervision with electronic technology; evidence-based practices and electronic monitoring; agency considerations—collaboration, organizational needs and capabilities, and offender selection; legal issues; development of initial policies and procedures for implementation o... Read More
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244 p.
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2008
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Large Jail Network Meeting, September 24-26, 2008, Aurora, Colorado
National Institute of Corrections. Jails Division (Washington, DC).
Topics discussed include: strategies for the promotion of staff to jail management positions; faith-based programs in the correctional environment—whether the pros outweigh the cons and programming; emerging technologies—radio interoperability, biometrics, global positioning system (GPS), radio frequency identification (RFID), detection, telemedicine, information sharing, and mapping; proactive discipline—maintaining organizational effectiveness and how to get people to perform for you; and an o... Read More
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67 p.
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2003
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Proceedings of the Large Jail Network Meeting, July 2003
National Institute of Corrections. Jails Division (Longmont, CO).
These proceedings are comprised of: Highlights of the Meeting Sessions; Stay Awake or You Will Trip Over the Future by Tom Esensten; Video Presentation: Beyond the Myths: Jails in Your Community introduced by Virginia Hutchinson; Defining the Future and Exploring Organizational Strategies by Esensten: Future Trends and Their Impact on Jail Management by Marilyn Chandler Ford; Jail Population Growth: Sources of Growth and Stability by Allen Beck; Jail Standards and Accreditation: Are There Still ... Read More
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55 p.
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2002
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Law Enforcement Tech Guide: How to Plan, Purchase and Manage Technology (Successfully!): A Guide for Executives, Managers and Technologists
By Harris, Kelly J.; Romesburg, William H..
SEARCH Group, Inc. (Sacramento, CA); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (Washington, DC).
"[S]trategies, best practices, recommendations and ideas for successful IT planning and implementation" (p. 3) are provided. This guide is divided into the following parts: seven facts to know before reading this document; build the foundation; conduct a needs analysis; create a project plan; acquire the technology; implement the technology; and maintain the technology. Descriptions of information technology and a glossary are also included.... Read More
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280 p.
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1991
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Preliminary Bibliography on Technology in Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Boulder, CO); LIS, Inc. (Boulder, CO).
A predominantly annotated bibliography on correctional technology provides resource information for the following categories: bar coding, AFIS, ROBOTS, and DNA; innovative computer applications; general technology; optical scanning; training technology; high-tech communication systems; counting; hair analysis; high-tech security; video monitoring in institutions; and general trends.... Read More
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12 p.
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1989
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Emerging Technologies and Community Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
American Correctional Association (Laurel, MD); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Technologies currently used in community corrections are identified, examined, and described in terms of their applications, focusing, where possible, on cost/benefits, efficacy in controlling offenders, and impact on staff, offenders, and agency operations. Issues surrounding emerging technologies are also discussed along with their implications for community corrections in policy, program development, and management practices. (p.8).... Read More
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123 p.
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