Center for Sentencing Initiatives (SCI) (Williamsburg VA)
CCJ and COSCA Survey of Evidence-Based Practices in Sentencing & Probation Findings
"This survey asked if probation was an executive or judicial branch function for adult and juvenile cases.
Using Risk and Needs Assessment Information at Sentencing: Observations from Ten Jurisdictions
"RNA [risk and needs assessment] instruments are actuarial tools designed to inform community corrections-related decisions regarding risk manageme