Which of the Following Statements Best Exemplifies the Concept of "Contract

question 127

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best exemplifies the concept of "contract" in terms of parole?

• A) The government could keep the inmate incarcerated, but instead extends the privilege of release.
• B) Even though the offender is released from prison, he or she is still in the custody of the state.
• C) The parolee agrees to abide by certain conditions in exchange for release.
• D) The offender is still the responsibility of the government even though he or she is released.
• E) The parole officer agrees to care for the parolee in exchange for a salary.

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