CRIM 101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Restorative Justice, Environmental Design, Social Learning Theory
4 Dec 2012
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The get tough approach: assumes that offenders will be deterred by stiffer sentences and harsher terms of imprisonment, little support (if any) in support of this argument. The us experience drugs: us has three strikes rules, mandatory sentencing guidelines and war on, us has one of the highest per capita incarceration rates in the western. Or at least lock em up: arguments in favour of lengthier terms of, incapacitate offender (by preventing him or her from committing crimes. Study of 400 young offenders in vancouver, serving mean sentences of 100-168 days. Previously served average of 33 months on probation. Recidivism rate still 81% within 12 months of their release. Based on military model, with early wake-ups, rigorous schedules, drills and physical training, and orders from correctional staff that must be followed. Thought that these activities reduce impulsivity and increase positive attitudes towards society. Virtually all research into effectiveness of boot camps has been disappointing.
