Explain the reasons for and against the use of intermediate sentences. Community-based corrections are alternatives to incarceration in jail or prison, such as boot camps, house arrest, community...

Explain the reasons for and against the use of intermediate sentences.

Community-based corrections are alternatives to incarceration in jail or prison, such as boot camps, house arrest, community service, and electronic monitoring. Intermediate sentences are an alternative to the high cost of incarceration. Experts recognize that community-based organizations provide better rehabilitation opportunities. Additionally, intermediate sentences can offer more support serves to the offender. While intermediate sentences may not require the offender to be incarcerated, they are still intended to be punitive. However, the controversy centers upon the concern for public safety. Many communities and their citizens are opposed to communitybased facilities being located in their neighborhood.

1. What are the advantages of using communitybased corrections?

2. Why are some people opposed to the use of community-based corrections?

3. How can parole be viewed as ineffective?