NCJ Number
95657
Journal
International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology Volume: 28 Issue: 2 Dated: (1984) Pages: 93-104
Date Published
1984
Length
11 pages
Annotation
The problem of contemporary jails appear to be particulary resistant to change efforts. Many reformers have attributed this to local control of jails and have proposed greater state and national influence in local corrections. This paper outlines an alternative approach to jail reform.
Abstract
The project which is discussed employed participatory methods in which front line staff plan the operation of new detention facilities. The model appears to be valuable for local jails through its development of staff members, organizational development and community involvement. A total of 34 references are given. (Author abstract modified)