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Community-based corrections

Sanctions imposed on convicted adults or adjudicated juveniles that occur in a residential or community setting outside of jail or prison. The sanctions are enforced by agencies or courts with legal authority over the adult or juvenile offenders. 

The operation of correctional programs or activities in locations outside prisons or jails with the aim of helping offenders reintegrate into the community.