Simulation Strategies For Reducing Recidivism Risk

Taxman, F. S., Pattavina, A. (2013). Simulation Strategies to Reduce Recidivism Risk Need Responsivity (RNR) Modeling for the Criminal Justice System. New York, NY: Springer New York. Currently, there is little use of evidence-based programs or best practice within correctional settings. There is some consensus that offenders’ programs do not produce expected outcomes. Valid risk and assessment tools should be used, being able to identify is an offender is open to altering their behavior. Using cognitive programs, and use quality programming and focus on recidivism programs. This work seeks to expand the idea that offender needs be identified and program placement should mirror needs. Since not all factors are intrinsic, such as†¦show more content†¦Criminology Public Policy, 13(4), 503-533. doi:10.1111/1745-9133.12097 Reflected in this work is a step by step recommendation to end the issues that have created mass incarceration in the United States. It reviews and suggests that many laws and practices were passed that have not served humanity well. These works ask for fair and effective sentencing and the repeal of three strikes and mandatory minimum sentencing laws. Studies suggest that many offenders after the age of thirty-five are less likely to commit crimes. Therefore, age should be a factor in release programs based on offenders age. This paper is important because it provides a background to practices that have resulted in the United States mass imprisonment of its citizens Vollaard, B. (2013), Preventing crime through selective incapacitation*. The Economic Journal, 123: 262–284. doi:10.1111/j.1468-0297.2012. 02522.x This research suggests that crime can be prevented through selective incapacitation. This paper supports mandatory sentencing as a method to reduce crime and prevent future crime. Increasing incarceration lengths by harsh sentences especially for habitual offenders has been known to lessen the return to prison. Repeat offenders are presumed to be more likely to commit a future crime. High cost with the little outcome, since crime would naturally decrease when an offender matures. Incarcerating offenders past a