Utilitarianism is an ethical theory that defines as “the ethical doctrine that virtue is based on utility, and that conduct should be directed toward promoting the greatest happiness of the greatest number of persons (dictionary.com).” In other words, that the best decision for society should impact the greater population positively. There are many proactive and hindering attributes to Parole and Probation. It is supposed to have a positive outcome for the “greater good,” but many individuals seem to fall through the cracks of the judicial corrections system. Parole gives offenders a second chance to be a respectable citizen of society. 1 in 45 people in the community are on probation or parole (npr.org 2015). 40% of those individuals are
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Probation can be given to substitute a prison term or can suspend a conviction sentence also if the convict has demonstrated good behavior consistently. First-time, non-violent offenders, are more likely to receive probation so it can allow them to remain in the community. Individuals typically end up on probation for petty crimes, such as DUI, assault, petty theft crimes, unpaid speeding tickets, possession of narcotics less than an ounce, and any other misdemeanor to the judge’s discretion. Probation has four distinct types: Unsupervised probation, supervised probation, and Community Control, Shock Probation, and Crime-specific types (Krin,Mckenna). Unsupervised probation is where the offender is not under the direct supervision of a probation officer; they must simply complete orders set by the court and report back at a set date. Supervised probation is where the offender is required to check in with their probation officer. These check-ins can be in the form of weekly visits or phone calls where the mentor is monitoring their progression, this type usually comes with counseling or community …show more content…
Crimes such as drug charges, or sexual exploitation may require that the offender take steps like counseling for rehabilitation (Mumola, Christopher J., and Karberg, Jennifer C.). Sex offenders will have to register on a sex offender registry in their area of residence. Drug addicts may be required to get cleaned up by going to a clinic. Shock Probation involves the court sentencing a maximum jail or prison sentence (Mumola, Christopher J., and Karberg, Jennifer C.); the court releases the offender from probation after a short period. The Court believes that the time spent in prison will scare the offender into following probation requirements. For example, courts normally have programs like this for juvenile offenders. The juvenile will have a short incarceration sentence, once again, the Judge believes this will deter juvenile offenders away from prison, and they will comply with instruction given by the probation officer
Probation can be given to substitute a prison term or can suspend a conviction sentence also if the convict has demonstrated good behavior consistently. First-time, non-violent offenders, are more likely to receive probation so it can allow them to remain in the community. Individuals typically end up on probation for petty crimes, such as DUI, assault, petty theft crimes, unpaid speeding tickets, possession of narcotics less than an ounce, and any other misdemeanor to the judge’s discretion. Probation has four distinct types: Unsupervised probation, supervised probation, and Community Control, Shock Probation, and Crime-specific types (Krin,Mckenna). Unsupervised probation is where the offender is not under the direct supervision of a probation officer; they must simply complete orders set by the court and report back at a set date. Supervised probation is where the offender is required to check in with their probation officer. These check-ins can be in the form of weekly visits or phone calls where the mentor is monitoring their progression, this type usually comes with counseling or community …show more content…
Crimes such as drug charges, or sexual exploitation may require that the offender take steps like counseling for rehabilitation (Mumola, Christopher J., and Karberg, Jennifer C.). Sex offenders will have to register on a sex offender registry in their area of residence. Drug addicts may be required to get cleaned up by going to a clinic. Shock Probation involves the court sentencing a maximum jail or prison sentence (Mumola, Christopher J., and Karberg, Jennifer C.); the court releases the offender from probation after a short period. The Court believes that the time spent in prison will scare the offender into following probation requirements. For example, courts normally have programs like this for juvenile offenders. The juvenile will have a short incarceration sentence, once again, the Judge believes this will deter juvenile offenders away from prison, and they will comply with instruction given by the probation officer