Sociology 2256A/B Chapter 7: soc 2256 ch.7
11 Apr 2017
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Many types of classi cation (eg. security levels, mental health, offence type, gang af liation, etc. ) Currently common classi cation seen is likelihood of reoffending. Rst generation assessments- clinical judgment used prior offence. Second generation assessments- statistical prediction that can be traced back to 1928, either fell above or below a base score of 21 items. Sir- statistical information on recidivism scale- concerns over whether its still reliable. Vrag- violence risk assessment guide- designed to test violent recidivism rates, and consists of 12 items with weighted factors that is used to assign offenders to 1 of 9 categories. Third generation assessments- included both static and dynamic crimogenic needs. Wisconsin risk need assessment instruments- cover many different personal categories (family, mental health, sexual behaviour, alcohol, etc. ) Lsi-r- level of service inventory "revised"- has been successful, not only categorizes offenders but advises on how best to treat factors. Fourth generation assessments- merge aspects of case management into the assessment process.
