BSCC Corrections Practices and Procedures 3

Question 1

An offender on probation fails to report as directed for three consecutive appointments. What type of violation has occurred?

Accepted Answer

Technical violation

Answer

Failure to report is a technical violation—a breach of supervision conditions that is not itself a new criminal offense.

Question 2

When conducting a risk/needs assessment, which of the following is considered a 'static' risk factor?

Accepted Answer

Age at first arrest

Answer

Age at first arrest is a static factor because it is historical and cannot be changed through intervention.

Question 3

What is the role of 'motivational interviewing' (MI) in correctional supervision?

Accepted Answer

To explore and resolve ambivalence in order to enhance an offender's intrinsic motivation to change

Answer

MI is a collaborative, person-centered counseling style that strengthens motivation by exploring the offender's own reasons for change.

Question 4

Under the PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act), facilities are required to:

Accepted Answer

Implement standards to detect, prevent, reduce, and punish sexual abuse in confinement

Answer

PREA establishes national standards for zero tolerance of sexual abuse and assault in correctional settings.

Question 5

Which supervision approach focuses on building an offender's strengths and community connections rather than solely monitoring compliance?

Accepted Answer

Strengths-based or asset-based supervision

Answer

Strengths-based supervision leverages protective factors—such as prosocial relationships and employment—to support desistance from crime.

BSCC - Board of State and Community Corrections Practice Test