NCJ Number
235223
Date Published
December 2008
Length
54 pages
Annotation
Based upon both research and practice, this report describes the features of 20 strategies for sex offender management designed to reduce the risk of recidivism.
Abstract
Ten of the strategies are to establish a comprehensive, ongoing assessment process; monitor changes in dynamic risk; implement a collaborative case management approach; adopt a victim-centered approach; deliver evidence-based sex offender treatment; enhance treatment capacity; establish seamless information exchange mechanisms; promote successful post-release outcome through informed release decisions; implement a strategic sex offender reentry process; and partner with law enforcement. The other 10 strategies for sex offender management are to deliver quality supervision services; ensure appropriate, sustainable housing options; engage the public; engage a multidisciplinary team to establish and oversee statewide policy and local implementation; implement a deliberate professional development strategy; prevent secondary trauma; maintain quality assurance; tailor strategies for juveniles; engage legislators to promote informed policies; and invest in what works. For each of these 20 strategies, the report describes existing programs that implement the strategy and suggests actions for executing the strategy. A listing of resource contacts in various States and 68 references