Sex matters: a gender-specific standard for cross-gender searches of inmates

Article Abstract:

The author argues in favor of a gender-specific standard to determine the physical and psychological harm suffered by female prisoners when undergoing cross-gender searches. It is posited that histories of abuse make female prisoners more susceptible to the harm presented by male-female searches.

Prevention, Prison administration, Ethical aspects, Civil rights, Psychological abuse, Strip searches

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Do standard risk prediction instrument apply to female parolees?

Article Abstract:

The authors examine the use of standard risk predictors used by parole agents and the difficulties applying them when dealing with female parolees. Topics include classification systems, standard questioning, and alternative variables.

Research, Usage, Risk assessment, Forecasts and trends, Parole officers, Forecasting, Parole

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Use of community based social services to reduce recidivism in female parolees

Article Abstract:

The author examines recidivism rates among female parolees making use of community social services. Information on alternatives to prison, use of social services, and profiles of subjects are provided.

Massachusetts, Psychological aspects, Evaluation, Measurement, Criminal rehabilitation, Alternatives to imprisonment, Alternative sentencing, Rehabilitation of criminals, Women criminals

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