NCJ Number
124566
Date Published
1989
Length
77 pages
Annotation
This analysis of the impacts of two Ohio community corrections programs concludes that these programs are serving to divert offenders from prison.
Abstract
The programs examined were the Intensive Diversion Units (IDU), the Community-Based Correctional Facilities (CBCF), and the programs operating under the 1979 Community Corrections Act (CCA). Data on offenders admitted into the programs during the 1986 fiscal year showed that these offenders have been sentenced for more serious crimes, have lengthier criminal history, and have higher levels of program needs than do traditional felony probationers. The IDU and CBCF programs provide more extensive diversion than do the CCA programs. Nevertheless, without CCA, prison admission would increase and local corrections agencies would have less flexibility for supervising the more serious felony probationers. In addition, further efforts are needed to assure the proper diagnosis and handling of offenders' needs for services such as substance abuse treatment, vocational training, and employment. Finally, the results that the programs achieve cost savings without jeopardizing community safety. Therefore, the programs should be expanded and improved. Additional recommendations and data tables.