Explain the Rationale Behind the "Hands-Off" Era of Prison Administration

question 69

Essay

Explain the rationale behind the "hands-off" era of prison administration.

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Definitions:

Practicing Prostitution

The act of engaging in sexual activities in exchange for money or other forms of compensation.

Convicted

A legal status indicating that a person has been found guilty of a crime by a court or jury.

Actus Reus

Guilty act. The commission of a prohibited act is one of the two essential elements required for criminal liability, the other element is the intent to commit a crime.

Mens Rea

Wrongful mental state or intent. A wrongful mental state is a requirement for criminal liability. What constitutes a wrongful mental state varies according to the nature of the crime.