Correctional System Analysis
The U.S. correctional system can serve two specific functions in relation to criminal offenders. First, it can serve as a tool for punishing the offender and making the offender pay for his or her crimes. Second, it can serve as a means to rehabilitating the offender and preparing him or her for successful reentry into society.
Write a 700-1,050-word essay answering the following questions:
How does the correctional system punish offenders?
How does the correctional system rehabilitate offenders?
Which method is more effective in reducing crime?
Punishment or rehabilitation?
Your paper must follow this format:
Page 1 - Cover page
Pages 2, 3, and 4 - Body of text
Page 5 - Reference page
Explain your choice.
Include a title and reference page.
List at least three sources on your reference page.
For this assignment I am looking for you to describe the role of the correctional system providing explanatory examples. Also, I am looking for was of both punishment and rehabilitation including an assessment feature. The explanation needs to be thorough for both the punishment and rehabilitation phases. You will need to evaluate as many aspects of the role of the correctional system as you can.