Do you feel that there should be other tests for offenders


Examine the 2 fictional offenders listed below. When you have finished familiarizing yourself with their correctional experiences and criminal history, answer the questions outlined in the assignment guidelines.

  • Offender 1: This offender has a criminal background that consists of violent incidents, such as armed robbery with a deadly weapon, aggravated assault, and sexual assaults. This offender has been incarcerated several times and is familiar with the prison system.

  • Offender 2: This offender has a criminal background that consists of petty thefts, robbery, and burglary. This offender has been to jail several times but has never been incarcerated in prison.

    Assignment Guidelines:
  • Address the following in 3-5 paragraphs:

    • Which diagnostic instrument, OASys or LSI-R, should be used for each of the offenders above?

      • Why do you feel that the tests you have selected for each offender would be ideal? Explain.

    • Do you feel that there should be other tests for offenders besides the OASys and the LSI-R? Why or why not?

    • Can either of these 2 offenders be rehabilitated? Why or why not?

      • Can any offender be rehabilitated? Why or why not?

  • Post a new topic to the Discussion Board that contains your responses to the above questions.

  • Comment on at least 2 other students' posts, and explain why you agree or disagree with their stance on the rehabilitation of the 2 offenders in the assignment description.

    • Explain why you agree or disagree with their stance on the rehabilitation of any offender.

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