Dosage Probation: Rethinking the Structure of Probation Sentences
December 5, 2019
Holly Busby, National Institute of Corrections Chief of Community Services
Presented to the MN County Attorney's Association Annual Meeting
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 | A Framework for Evidence-Based Decision Making in State and Local Criminal Justice Systems The Framework describes key criminal justice decisions, evidence-based knowledge about effective justice practices, and practical local and state-level strategies for applying risk and harm reduction principles and techniques. |
 | Evidence-Based Decision Making EBDM is a strategic and deliberate method of applying empirical knowledge and research-supported principles to justice system decisions made at the case, agency, and system level Resources for prosecutors Case studies: An Overview for Prosecutors Stakeholder briefs: An Overview for Prosecutors User Guides: A Guide for Prosecutors |
 | Myths & Facts - Why Incarceration Is Not the Best Way to Keep Communities Safe This document shows research to support the effectiveness of community corrections. This is not to suggest that prison does not play an important role in the continuum of criminal justice, but that incarceration is not always the best way to keep communities safe. |
 | Myths & Facts - Using Risk and Need Assessments to Enhance Outcomes and Reduce Disparities in the Criminal Justice System This document helps to dispel three specific myths regarding the use of risk and need assessments within the criminal justice system. |