Research
Research is often defined as careful consideration of a study regarding a particular concern or problem using scientific methods. Fortunately, for the past three decades, there has been a growing movement among criminologists and corrections practitioners to discern the principles of effective intervention and in deciphering what interventions have empirical support. The field has been significantly changed and much improved with the term and use of “evidence-based practices”, especially in the areas of probation, parole, and pretrial services. The following resources will provide studies in a variety of topics for practitioners from applications, policies, and practices that show promising results.
Resources
Sources of support, ideas, materials, and research covering a broad range of corrections and law enforcement-related topics.
Emerging Issues and Special Topics
As research continues to emerge, demographics shift, and unpredictable and unprecedented events occur, leadership must be aware of the effect these occurrences have on the corrections profession and adapt and revise accepted policy and practice.
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