Your handout will be used in an information packet for family members of individuals who have been arrested and are in police custody.

Summarize the purpose of community corrections. Include relevant details about the evolution of corrections throughout history.

Describe 1 to 2 types of community corrections options for programs and sanctions available to offenders. Include relevant details and/or examples about their purpose, goals, and outcomes.

Compare the duties of a probation officer versus a parole officer. Include relevant details and/or examples to support your comparison.

Compare adult corrections to the juvenile corrections system.