Privatization of Community-Based Corrections to Involve for Profit Companies

question 8

Multiple Choice

Privatization of community-based corrections to involve for profit companies:

• A) Could lead to significant change in the model standards for community-based corrections
• B) Could lead to improper influences by these companies on judicial decision making at sentencing
• C) May negatively impact these companies' ability to run for-profit prisons
• D) May mean private-sector service providers, including for-profit companies, do not have to demonstrate qualifications such as licensing and experience

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