Travis McBride Has Just Been Notified That the Decision Was

question 73

Multiple Choice

Travis McBride has just been notified that the decision was made to place him on parole. Travis has been in prison for 15 years for armed robbery and attempted murder. While in prison, Travis was able to receive his GED, which he hopes will assist him in gainful employment. Travis had a 2-year-old son when he left home for prison. ​ When Travis meets with his parole officer, he is shocked at what he experiences. The parole officer is not acting in the role of the brute that he expected. The officer is helpful and offers Travis his assistance with job and apartment searches. In the interaction with Travis, the parole officer is acting as:

• A) police officer.
• B) parole officer.
• C) social worker.
• D) religious advisor.
• E) friend.

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