Describe both the advantages and disadvantages of using parole. Parole serves to reduce prison overcrowding, and open up more bed space availability. In today’s society, there are public reservations...

Describe both the advantages and disadvantages of using parole.

Parole serves to reduce prison overcrowding, and open up more bed space availability. In today’s society, there are public reservations to the release of parolees into the community because of the significant number of crimes they commit. For example, many communities oppose the establishment of a halfway house in their local neighborhood. Many people are critical of probation and parole; but there are far too many offenders under correctional supervision for them all to be housed in prison.

1. What is a parole board?

2. What percentage of paroles successfully complete the terms of their supervision?

3. Why would parole be revocated?