NCJ Number
241703
Journal
Criminal Justice and Behavior Volume: 39 Issue: 8 Dated: August 2012 Pages: 1075-1087
Date Published
August 2012
Length
13 pages
Annotation
This research examined the effect of therapeutic community delivered in multiple sites on the likelihood of rearrest and reconviction for males up to 4 years after release from prison.
Abstract
This research examined the effect of therapeutic community delivered in multiple sites on the likelihood of rearrest and reconviction for males up to 4 years after release from prison. With relevant covariates controlled in the analysis, completing therapeutic community had a significant effect on reducing the likelihood of rearrest for inmates with moderate probabilities of being classified as in need of therapeutic community programming. Therapeutic community did not have significant effects on reducing reconvictions. An explanation for the latter finding in sentencing policy and charging practices is provided. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage Journals.