BCJ Corrections and Penology 2

Question 1

What is probation in the U.S. criminal justice system?

Accepted Answer

A community supervision sentence instead of or following incarceration

Answer

Probation is a court-ordered community supervision sentence that allows offenders to serve their sentence outside of prison under specified conditions.

Question 2

Which sentencing model limits judicial discretion by setting fixed prison terms?

Accepted Answer

Determinate sentencing

Answer

Determinate sentencing sets fixed prison terms established by law, reducing judicial discretion in sentencing decisions.

Question 3

What is the primary function of a presentence investigation report (PSI)?

Accepted Answer

To provide judges with background information for sentencing

Answer

A PSI report compiles an offender's criminal history, background, and risk factors to assist the judge in making an informed sentencing decision.

Question 4

What does 'good time' refer to in corrections?

Accepted Answer

Reduction in sentence for good behavior

Answer

Good time refers to sentence reductions granted to inmates who demonstrate good behavior and compliance while incarcerated.

Question 5

Which correctional approach focuses on repairing harm through offender-victim dialogue?

Accepted Answer

Restorative justice

Answer

Restorative justice focuses on repairing the harm caused by crime through structured dialogue and agreements between offenders, victims, and communities.

BCJ - Bachelor of Criminal Justice Practice Test

BCJ - Bachelor of Criminal Justice Practice Test

BCJ Corrections and Penology 2