Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the major drawbacks for using GPS?

Accepted Answer

The major drawbacks for using GPS include the loss of satellite signal, short battery life, and cost to offenders. However, inadequate number of GPS units is not a major drawback, but it may be a logistical challenge to ensure that there are enough units available for all offenders.

Question 2

Electronic monitoring is most often used for _____.

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The answer of Electronic monitoring is most often used for...

Question 3

Because of the increase in regulations for people on EM/GPS, _____ is more likely to occur.

Accepted Answer

With the increase in regulations, it becomes easier for individuals to commit a technical violation, such as violating curfew, than to commit new crimes. This is because the regulations are often very strict, and it is easy to accidentally violate them.

Question 4

DRC programs seem to fare well as a ______ program for prisoners, especially when compared with the outcomes of prisoners who are freed under no supervision and parolees under traditional parole.

Accepted Answer

A DRC program is designed to help prisoners reintegrate back into society successfully by providing them with necessary resources such as employment assistance, counseling, and substance abuse treatment. This helps reduce recidivism rates and ensures public safety. In contrast, punitive programs focus solely on punishment and do not provide any opportunities for prisoner rehabilitation. Diversionary programs aim to divert offenders away from the criminal justice system, whereas reentry programs focus on providing support for individuals who are exiting the criminal justice system. Therefore, the best choice is B - reentry.

Question 5

A(n) _______________ zone, is an exact location that an offender is required to be at a given time (i.e., place of employment, school, an appointment).

Accepted Answer

An inclusion zone is a specific area where an offender is mandated to be at certain times, such as for work, school, or appointments, as part of their monitoring conditions.

Question 6

Most states mandate the use of GPS for _____ offenders.

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The answer of Most states mandate the use of GPS...

Question 7

_____ is an intermediate sanction designed to confine pretrial detainees or convicted offenders to their homes during the hours when they are not at work, attending a treatment program, or visiting a supervising officer.

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The answer of _____ is an intermediate sanction designed to...

Question 8

An offender who is confined to his home for most of the day and must wear a monitoring bracelet is on _______________________________.

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The answer of An offender who is confined to his...

Question 9

The ideal amount of time to spend in a day reporting centers is typically between ________ days.

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The answer of The ideal amount of time to spend...

Question 10

A wrist transmitter used in electronic monitoring was inspired by the _________ comic book character.

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The answer of A wrist transmitter used in electronic monitoring...

Question 11

Older passive electronic monitoring devices required a connection to a(n) _____ within the offender's residence.

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The answer of Older passive electronic monitoring devices required a...

Question 12

The type of electronic monitoring that uses inclusion and exclusion zones is the _________ __________ system.

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The answer of The type of electronic monitoring that uses...

Question 13

_____ is when a supervising officer uses a handheld remote receiver to wirelessly verify an offender's physical location.

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The answer of _____ is when a supervising officer uses...

Question 14

Two approaches to day reporting centers are

Accepted Answer

Day reporting centers typically focus on providing treatment and supervision to offenders as a way to reduce recidivism and facilitate successful reentry into society. While incapacitation may be one goal, it is not typically the primary focus. Deterrence and restoration may also be part of the overall approach, but are not as commonly emphasized as treatment and supervision.

Question 15

When a supervising officer uses a handheld receiver to wirelessly verify an offender's physical location, he or she is using

Accepted Answer

Remote location monitoring involves the use of a handheld receiver to wirelessly verify an offender's physical location. This is different from global positioning which uses satellite technology, exclusive positioning which restricts an offender's movements to a specific area, and passive electronic monitoring which simply tracks an offender's movements without actively verifying their location.

Question 16

____________refers to a correctional technology tool used to track certain offenders who have been released in the community, but still remain under correctional supervision.

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The answer of ____________refers to a correctional technology tool used...

Question 17

A GPS system that transmits data through wireless networks used by cell phones is a(n) _________ GPS system.

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The answer of A GPS system that transmits data through...

Question 18

There is no one right way to operate a day reporting center. The key is to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Defining clear goals for a day reporting center program and then measuring whether the program is achieving those goals is crucial for success. This allows for adjustments and improvements to be made if necessary. Selecting only offenders who possess none of the poor indicators may limit the effectiveness of the program, as those who are struggling may benefit the most from rehabilitation services. Only reporting positive outcomes may not provide an accurate representation of the program's effectiveness. While a treatment-oriented approach is important, it should not be the only focus of the program.

Question 19

_____ are nonresidential programs typically used for defendants on pretrial release, for convicted offenders on probation or parole, or for probation or parole violators as an increased sanction.

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The answer of _____ are nonresidential programs typically used for...

Question 20

Exact locations that an offender on GPS supervision is prohibited from being in or near are _____.

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The answer of Exact locations that an offender on GPS...

Quiz 9: Nonresidential Graduated Sanctions