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2010
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A detailed outline with notes for a training session about advances in risk assessment for violent offenders and sex offenders is provided. This presentation discusses: the uses of risk assessment; nature of risk assessment; legal contours; ethical c... Read More
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2009
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A "brief review of research on psychopathy, focusing on its core features, assessment approaches and treatment prospects" is presented (p. 2). Sections of this document are: psychopathy -- definition and core features; assessment and classification;... Read More
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2009
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The implementation in Illinois of TIS (truth-in-sentencing) is evaluated. Sections following an executive summary include: introduction; literature review; methodology; impact of TIS on sentence lengths and lengths of time to serve; and impact of TIS... Read More
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2009
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The prevalence of self-injury in U.S. prisons is examined. Self-injurious behaviors involve “the deliberate destruction or alteration of body tissue without conscious suicidal intent” (p. 1). Findings are presented for facility characteristics and in... Read More
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2009
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Results from an evaluation of Washington State's Dangerously Mentally Ill Offender (DMIO) program are presented. Sections in addition to a summary are: introduction; DMIO referral and services; earlier findings; key methodological issue -- a similar... Read More
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2009
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Results of an assessment of the Serious and Violent Offender Reentry Initiative (SVORI) are presented. Conclusions of importance include: the successful reintegration of individuals exiting prison is a complex issue that requires a comprehensive appr... Read More
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2008
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"In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) finalizes its proposed rule providing definitions and standards relating to the certification of persons as sexually dangerous for the purpose of civil commitment, as authorized by the Adam Walsh Chil... Read More
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2008
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Constitutional issues related to the civil commitment of sexually violent predators in Washington are addressed. This paper is divided into five parts: the U.S. Supreme Court's civil commitment jurisprudence; the framework for assessing whether trea... Read More
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2008
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Findings are presented from pre-release interviews that "were designed to obtain data on the respondents' characteristics and pre-prison experiences, as well as incarceration experiences and services received since admission to prison" (p. 5). Sectio... Read More
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2008
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This report presents the second in a series of findings and recommendations . . . [from] a "top to bottom" review of the correctional and paroling process dealing with violent offenders in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania" (p. 2). Sections following ... Read More
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2001
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Difficult inmates, such as those who have gang affiliations, chronic behavioral problems or who are mentally or socially challenged, require more complex management interventions. This program presents a menu of options for managing difficult inmates... Read More
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