Trace the History of Incarceration as a Method of Dealing

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Essay

Trace the history of incarceration as a method of dealing with nonviolent drug offenders.What alternatives to incarceration exist and are being used? Explain why you either support or oppose continued use of imprisonment as a punishment for such offenses.

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, controlling most functions of the body and mind.

Embryonic Structure

An anatomical part or system that is in the early stages of development within an embryo.

Parietal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex that processes sensory information such as taste, temperature, and touch.

Sensory Input

Information received by the sensory organs (such as eyes, ears, skin, etc.) that is then sent to the brain for processing.