Criminal Justice Practice Exam

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What does community corrections traditionally emphasize?

A) Punishment
B) Incapacitation
C) Rehabilitation
D) Deterrence

The correct answer is: C) Rehabilitation

Community corrections traditionally emphasizes rehabilitation as its central focus. This approach aims to reintegrate offenders back into the community while providing them with the support and resources necessary to change their behavior and avoid future criminal activity. Rehabilitation initiatives in community corrections often include counseling, substance abuse treatment, job training, and education programs designed to address the underlying issues that contribute to criminal behavior. In contrast to punishment and incapacitation, which prioritize sending individuals to prison or restricting their freedom as a means of control and deterrence, community corrections seeks to promote positive change and a constructive relationship between the offender and society. By focusing on rehabilitation, community corrections fosters the idea that individuals can learn from their mistakes and lead productive lives, thus reducing recidivism and benefiting the community.