Corrections in the Community

Edward J. Latessa, Brian Lovins

• About the Authors; Preface; Acknowledgments; 1. The Criminal Justice System; 2. Pretrial Bond, Bail, and Diversion; 3. Sentencing and Community Corrections; 4. Probation in America; 5. Parole in America; 6. Offender Assessment; 7. Roles of Probation and Parole Officers; 8. Supervision Strategies and Delivering Services to Offenders; 9. Graduated Responses to Behavior; 10. Community Residential Correctional Programs; 11. Special Populations in Community Corrections; 12. Women and Community Corrections; 13. Problem-Solving Courts; 14. Evaluating Community Corrections; 15. The Future of Corrections in the Community; Glossary/Index

Criminal justice students are often taught very little about community corrections, even though 7 of 10 individuals under correctional supervision in the U.S. are on probation or parole. Latessa and Lovins have written an informative, current text about pretrial, probation, and parole that includes the latest evidence-based approaches. This is a valuable addition to the academic library and will help prepare the next generation of practitioners.—Barbara Broderick, Chief, Maricopa County Adult ProbationWith the latest edition of Corrections in the Community, Latessa and Lovins have created a comprehensive, highly engaging, and up-to-date book that will easily and effectively guide the reader through America’s largest and perhaps most often misunderstood correctional system. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the history and development of the community correctional system, while also learning about the most recent issues that continue to shape and challenge the profession.—Alexander M. Holsinger, Associate Dean and Professor, University of Missouri, Kansas City, and Criminal Justice Coordinator for Johnson County, KansasWith the aim of providing a comprehensive review, the authors move beyond the basic concepts of probation and parole to a rich understanding of community corrections. The text stands out for its excellent review of the evidence-based approaches that lead to more effective policies and practices. Corrections in the Community is an essential reading for students and professionals alike. —Shelley Johnson Listwan, Professor, University of North Carolina, Charlotte