Effectiveness Of Sentcing

For use in sentencing by the court: factors that are taken into account when considering sentencing options.

For use in determining supervision needs during probation: information taken in to account when offenders are granted probation. Helps develop the type of supervision and programs necessary to help rehabilitate the offender.

For use by prison officials in classifying offenders and determining program needs: assists in determining which level of custody is appropriate for the offender while they are sentenced to prison, also helps determine programs available to the inmate while in prison.

For research purposes: in order to help determine whether the factors are effective and improve efficiency while reducing recidivism.