Which of the following is not a stated purpose of Texas jails and penitentiaries?
A)Punishment
B)Recidivism
C)Deterrence
D)Isolation

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Recidivism is not a stated purpose of Texas jails and penitentiaries. The stated purposes include punishment, deterrence, and isolation. Recidivism refers to the tendency of a convicted criminal to re-offend, and is not a purpose of jails and penitentiaries, but rather a measure of their effectiveness in achieving the stated purposes.

Which of the Following Is Not a Stated Purpose of Texas