Author Question: When police officers accept free gifts from citizens (a passive form of corruption), this is called: ... (Read 131 times)

ts19998

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
When police officers accept free gifts from citizens (a passive form of corruption), this is called:
 
  a. a shakedown.
  b. a payoff.
  c. mooching.
  d. bribery.

Question 2

Discuss the reformers/Progressives and their impact on corrections. In the 1870s, reformers argued that fixed sentences, imposed silence, and
 
  What will be an ideal response?



quynhmickitran

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 330
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

o isolation did not improve prisoners.
They promoted a practice of early release as a tool for rehabilitation. This ideology heavily influenced American corrections for the next century. The
o Elmira Reformatory was an institution based on the theories of reformers. Here, good behavior was rewarded with early release and misbehavior was punished with extended time.
Progressives believed that criminal behavior was caused by social, economic,
and biological factors and believed corrections should have a goal of treatment,
o not punishment. They were responsible for the spread of indeterminate
sentences, probation, intermediate sanctions, and parole.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

The top 10 most important tips that will help you grow old gracefully include (1) quit smoking, (2) keep your weight down, (3) take supplements, (4) skip a meal each day or fast 1 day per week, (5) get a pet, (6) get medical help for chronic pain, (7) walk regularly, (8) reduce arguments, (9) put live plants in your living space, and (10) do some weight training.

Did you know?

The toxic levels for lithium carbonate are close to the therapeutic levels. Signs of toxicity include fine hand tremor, polyuria, mild thirst, nausea, general discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, muscular weakness, lack of coordination, ataxia, giddiness, tinnitus, and blurred vision.

Did you know?

The B-complex vitamins and vitamin C are not stored in the body and must be replaced each day.

Did you know?

Pregnant women usually experience a heightened sense of smell beginning late in the first trimester. Some experts call this the body's way of protecting a pregnant woman from foods that are unsafe for the fetus.

Did you know?

A serious new warning has been established for pregnant women against taking ACE inhibitors during pregnancy. In the study, the risk of major birth defects in children whose mothers took ACE inhibitors during the first trimester was nearly three times higher than in children whose mothers didn't take ACE inhibitors. Physicians can prescribe alternative medications for pregnant women who have symptoms of high blood pressure.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library