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State Prisons Vs. Private Prisons, 2005.
This paper compares and contrasts the state prison and the private prison systems.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper is a brief comparison/contrast of state versus private prisons. As should become apparent, there are many problems afflicting the state prison system in the United States of America. That being said, the writer notes there are no guarantees that a private system will be the panacea some have felt it could and can be. In any event, the writer concludes that a conflation of the two might the best answer for America's woes.
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Prisons as Social Institutions, 2002.
Studies prisons and the objectives of prisons and then argues that imprisonment does not meet those objectives.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 106.95
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Prison is an institution that society creates to confine people convicted of breaking the law. It is designed to be an institution that deters people from committing crimes, punishes and rehabilitates criminals, and protects the public by keeping dangerous offenders off the streets. It is important to study this social organization to gauge whether the manner in which society deals with criminality via prison is effective. In light of the evidence, it appears that the objectives of imprisonment do not match their desired effects. Prison has an economic basis and punishes crimes that are often committed by the poor. In many respects, the real criminality is committed by society, which criminalizes the poor by not allowing them the opportunity toward self-empowerment. Moreover, prison subtly supports established institutions, because by focusing on individual wrongs, it takes away attention from the inequity in social institutions.
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The Modern Prison, 2005.
An examination of the history and development of the modern prison.
1,813 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses how, during the nineteenth century, the modern prison began to form and how the death penalty was seen as inappropriate for many crimes and as such the state prison was offered as an alternative. It looks at how, as the twentieth century progressed, prison became the overall accepted method of dealing with criminals and extensions of the prison system came to include borstals and open prisons.
Outline:
History of the Modern Prison
The reason for Prison in Society
Overcrowding in Prison
Life in Prison
Masculinity and Crime
Dynamics of Conflict Fear and Power
Treatment of Inmates
The lack of Emotional Facilities and Training
Suicide in Prison
The Rights of the Prisoner
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"From its earliest conception, prison has been seen as a method of punishing those who commit crime (Walker, 1968). This formed the foundation of theoretical thinking on the subject. However, during the twentieth century many thinkers called this fundamental way of thinking into doubt by placing added onus on the issue of rehabilitation (Walker, 1968). However, it has been realised that in order to successfully rehabilitate those incarcerated for a crime, it is necessary to fully understand the role violence plays in prison life. Moreover, it has been categorically shown that there exists a clear and definable link between prison-based violence and masculinity (Schultz, 2007). The primary problem is that there exists a peculiar contradiction within the prison system. "
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The Abu Ghraib Prison Scandal, 2008.
A discussion of the Abu Ghraib prison scandal in Iraq, in which United States military soldiers behaved unethically towards prisoners.
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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This paper examines the Abu Ghraib prison scandal in Iraq, where discipline and military standards were disregarded by US military soldiers, who beat, humiliated, and tortured prisoners. The paper points out that the US did not start to reevaluate the standards and conditions of their prisons until more cases of prisoner mistreatment throughout prisons in Iraq started to surface. The American Army started to set new standards to enforce throughout its units since it could no longer place the blame on "a few bad apples." The paper argues that, while this might seem like a change for the better, the United States Army was already in the possession of the resources needed to prevent such an occurrence. The paper concludes that the events that took place at Abu Ghraib and other prisons could have been avoided with the presence of proper leadership, supervision, and enforcement of basic military standards.
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"During times of war, strong leadership and positive role models are essential in keeping order and focus in a group of people. Good leaders take charge, allot tasks, and enable others to cooperate to complete a project. In order to sustain their status and continuation of the group, soldiers take part in collective observational learning. This prevents corruption through negative reinforcement and strengthens camaraderie through mutual positive reinforcement. In my beast squad, my platoon sergeant was always present, setting examples for New Cadets to follow. My squad leader imitated his actions, always treating us fairly, and disciplined us when we needed it. In the case of Abu Ghraib, the presence of a positive role model was needed to prevent the distortion of military standards. The presence of a good leader would have allowed the soldiers in the prison unit to instill within themselves competence, loyalty, and honor to the tasks they were assigned. Furthermore, if Staff Sergeant Ivan Frederick II was a good leader, he would have instated the military standards in accordance with the Geneva Convention that he and his staff were trained in, and he would have felt the moral obligation to stop the mistreatment of prisoners. The soldiers tasked with guarding the prisoners would not have been free to abuse detainees had Staff Sergeant Frederick II followed his training and enforced orders."
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"The Prison Industrial Complex", 2005.
A discussion on the topic of prison labor in the article by Eric Schlosser, "The Prison Industrial Complex" on prison labor.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses one element of the Atlantic Monthly article by Eric Schlosser, "The Prison Industrial Complex", which is prison labor. It further focuses on both sides of the debate regarding the United State's use of prisoners as labor for major corporations, and the benefits that many are achieving by this process. It also discusses the opposition to the use of prisoners as labor, and how this practice may be considered a civil rights issue that borders on slavery.
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"In ancient times it was customary for prisoners held in various countries to perform labor as part of their confinement. As civilization grew, and laws were aimed at protecting human rights, prison labor became obsolete because of the dangers to health and life that many forms of prison labor induced. However, in the last few years the debate over prison labor has begun to escalate in the United States. This is due to the rise of major corporations that utilize prisoners for manufacturing, telemarketing, and other forms of industrial manpower. Although some believe that using prisoners as a portion of the corporate workforce is beneficial, others contend that the use of prison labor constitutes a return to the days of slavery in the United States, and is a violation of civil rights. In his Atlantic Monthly article, Eric Schlosser discusses, "The Prison Industrial Complex". "
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Prisoners and the Arts, 2002.
This is a paper explaining the activities of various groups that bring the arts to prisons in an attempt to uplift prisoner's lives.
1,580 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper investigates the activities of various groups that bring crafts, writing, drama, dance, fine arts, and music to prisons. One of the groups mentioned is ?The Prison Creative Arts Project? from the University of Michigan, which holds exhibitions for prisoners? art, which they even sell. Another is the ?Geese Theatre Company?, a team of specialized theater practitioners, taking drama to prisons and probation services centers. The National Endowment for the Arts? program for juvenile offenders is also brought up. The paper explains how these programs constitute ?art-therapy? and how they benefit prisoners, both in prison and once they are released. It also looks at the school arena, recommending programs like these for the prevention of juvenile offences. The paper includes a glance at the costs of these programs and at the opinions of opponents to the programs.
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"Other people have had that question too, and it seems they have done something about it. They organize different groups, and take the arts?crafts, writing, drama, dance, fine arts, and music?to the prisons, hoping to make some sort of difference in the prisoners? lives. One of these groups, the Prison Creative Arts Project, from the University of Michigan, does just that. They hold exhibitions for prisoners? art, which they even sell. The prisoners just love this, because it is a chance to ?prove? themselves, and to let people actually see who they are."
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Prison Overcrowding, 2006.
Examines reasons for the overcrowding problem in U.S. prisons and offers possible solutions.
3,302 words (approx. 13.2 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 94.95
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This paper argues that the United States has a severe prison overcrowding problem. Efforts must be made to change the nature of the prison population by seeking alternative methods of punishment where appropriate, such as diversion of drug offenders into treatment programs. Education programs must be provided to increase the prisoner's chances of successfully reentering society. The paper argues that new avenues of incarceration, such as privatization, should be used where appropriate and new technologies should be employed to reduce the population and associated costs of incarceration.
Paper Outline:
I. Introduction
- Prisoners' Rights
- Allegations of Abuse
II. Prison Overcrowding
- Exploding Jail Populations
- Soaring Costs
- Pressure on Correctional Facilities
- Effects of Overcrowding
- Prison Litigation
- New Prison Construction
- Mandatory sentencing
III.Reducing Prison Population
- Incarceration of Drug Users
- Incarceration of Mentally Impaired
IV. Literacy of Prisoners
- Educational Programs in Prison
- Difficulties of Programs
- Privatization of Prisons
- GPS Monitoring
V. Conclusion
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"Because of the growth of American prisons, it is not surprising that they have come to be viewed as magnets for economic development. Illinois Governor George Ryan explained that a new maximum-security prison was being built in a downstate community because it would be an important shot in the arm for a poor community badly in need of economic investment. The sixteen-hundred-bed prison is expected to generate 800 jobs and an annual payroll of $40 million. Not education or transportation but correctional services, at $1.3 billion a year, continue to be the largest item in the Illinois state budget."
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Preventive Health Care in Prison, 2008.
This extensive research paper argues that prison officials must not show a deliberate indifference towards the medical needs of female prisoners.
6,095 words (approx. 24.4 pages), 45 sources, MLA, $ 143.95
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This paper examines the history of the Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution and how it has evolved inside the judicial system into the right to preventive healthcare within the prison setting. The author studies diseases such as viral hepatitis and how the justice system has dealt with this disease. This paper discusses human papillomavirus (HPV) and how it can be compared to viral hepatitis types B and C. The author concludes that the standard of deliberate indifference to health care needs in women's prisons requires the United State's justice system to immunize women prisoners to prevent the spread of HPV and cervical cancer. The paper argues that it is now the obligation of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to add to the "Clinical Practice Guidelines" a requirement for mandatory testing for HPV and for immunization with Gardasil for those who are at high risk of HPV.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution
Preventive Healthcare in the General Population
Preventive Healthcare for Federal and State Correctional Populations
Congress' Response to the Threat of Infectious Disease in Prison and its Economic Impact
Guidelines for Federal Correctional Facilities but Just Proposed for States to Adopt
Correctional Facilities Continue to Lack Adequate Preventive Care, Leading to Lawsuits
The Importance of Preventive Healthcare for Infectious Disease Using a Viral Hepatitis
Hepatitis
Human Papillomavirus Infection
Demographics of Human Papillomavirus Infection
Demographics of Human Papillomavirus Infection in Prison
Public Health Responses to Human Papillomavirus Infection
Applying Viral Hepatitis Approaches to HPV
Conclusion
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"In "Ruiz v. Johnson", a group of inmates had sued the Director of the Texas Department of Corrections. The plaintiffs alleged that conditions in the correctional facilities violated Eight Amendment protections. Conditions were so extreme that the United States joined in as a plaintiff, against the defendant's resistance. The case includes commentary from Dr. Robertson, an expert in the trial. He stated that he saw two cases of "potentially preventable" cancers where the patients received delay in diagnosis and treatment, causing a negative prognosis. The defendants argued that the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accredited them and therefore their practices were constitutional."
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Governing Prisons, 2001.
This paper analyzes the book "Governing Prisons" by John Dilulio. It addresses administrative and financial concerns when running these institutions.
2,100 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 65.95
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This paper deals with the controversial issue of prisoner rehabilitation or confinement. It presents an analysis of John Dilulio's book "Governing Prisons' and raises points of financial and administrative decisions which need to be made on a daily basis.
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"There are so many different opinions on the best way to operate a prison. Should the prison?s focus be on punishment or rehabilitation? Should money be spent to make prisoners more comfortable, or should the department of corrections spend that money to try to prevent crime, thereby reducing the prison population altogether? John Dilulio, in his book, Governing Prisons, discusses the administration factors in prisons, and makes claims that many times, administrative factors can and do have an affect on inmate life. These factors must also be taken into account when deciding how money and staffing resources should be used to best meet the needs of the staff and the inmates. There should also be steps taken to ensure community safety and reintegration into the community for the inmates. "
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Recidivism Rates in Californian Prisons, 2007.
A look at solving the overcrowded prison crisis in California by reducing the rate of recidivism, or return to jail after release, of prisoners.
1,941 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper discusses how the California prison system is in crisis and how Federal authorities are poised to sweep in and force the release of prisoners if the California government is unable to find some way to reduce the prison population. While many suggest a brick and mortar solution (more prisons) or reductions in sentencing, the author suggests that reducing the demand for prison beds is the solution to overcrowding. It looks at how this can be accomplished in three primary ways- through programs, substance abuse treatment, and changes to the harsh parole laws.
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"The definition of "recidivism rate" varies by agency, but the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation defines the recidivism rate as "The ratio of the number of recidivists to the number of felons at risk of recidivating during a particular period (Baumrind 2007)." The CDCR released data presenting the one and two-year recidivism rates for California inmates released from prison in 2004. This data shows that 38 percent of inmates return within one year, and 53 percent return within two years (Baumrind 2007)." These rates are comparable to previous research done by CDCR showing recidivism rates between 1997 and 2004. The long-term picture is even more grim- nearly 75 percent of convicted felons will return to prison at some point. "
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Prison Gangs, 2005.
An examination of the phenomenon of prison gangs in American correctional institutions.
714 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 25.95
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Prison gangs are prevalent in today's penitentiaries. Centered on race and ethnicity, many have become powerfully entrenched in the American prison system. They are described as chronic, serious, criminal organizations. However, relatively little attention has been given to this crisis. This paper overviews prison gangs in the American prison system. It discusses the effects gangs have on inmates, the relationship between prison gangs and street gangs and the effects prison gangs have on prison control.
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"When a male prison first enters the prison system, it is more likely than not that he will join a prison gang. This happens both voluntarily and involuntarily. In so doing, this gang becomes his family. He then "works towards the gang's antisocial goals" . If, for whatever reason, the new inmate is not suitable to gang life, he is often then the prey of gang members. Those who do not submit to becoming a gang member or who are not wanted by the gangs are often at danger. Other gang member inmates continuously terrorize these inmates. They are often "exploited and dominated by the gang". This can lead to injury, and in some instances, inmate death."
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Gang Violence in Prison, 2006.
This paper examines the issue of gang violence in prison as well as the various strategies and solutions to managing this growing trend.
1,725 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The writer of this paper details relevant statistics and data regarding the growing problem of violence and gang related incidents in prisons, both in America and around the world. This paper cites federal reports which state that there was a 400% increase in prison gang disturbances during the 1990s. This paper examines the unique management issues facing prison guards and administrators in trying to control the violence. The writer explores several published articles with information and solutions to the gang violence problem in prisons. This paper delves into the reason gangs exist in prison, which include current gang members who enter prisons who are quick to locate affiliate members from their own gang. Young people who enter prison for the first time learn quickly that the fastest way to get protection from the older, tougher inmates is to join a gang. The writer discusses the importance of systematically monitoring gangs in prison for purposes of seizing drugs and other illegal contraband. This paper also examines the lack of rules or restrictions in dealing with gangs in prison.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
The Statistics
Monitoring
Restrictions
Characteristics Common to all the Gangs Around the World Include
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"Gang activity through prison is most often tracked by a data base computer system. This insures that an inmate who is known to belong to a particular gang is in the computer data base and can be tracked if he re-offends and goes to another prison or comes back to the same one.
"Also, three systems use regularly scheduled reports, incident reports and intake interviews to track gangs, and in Connecticut, Nebraska and Tennessee, gang coordinators are present in the facilities. Utah uses a graduated point system to document gang activity before the information is officially validated and logged, and Delaware refers all cases of gang-related activity to its internal affairs section."
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Prison Litigation Reform Act, 2005.
This paper discusses the Prison Litigation Reform Act, passed in 1996, which has dramatically changed the way litigation by inmates is allowed to proceed.
1,915 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper explains that the intention of the Prison Litigation Reform Act (PLRA) was to limit the number of frivolous lawsuits that could be filed by prisoners in federal courts; however, the constitutionality of this law has been strongly debated. The author points out that a primary provision of PLRA is the exhaustion requirement, which fundamentally was designed to give prison officials time and opportunity to address any grievances that could be brought by prisoners before a federal court, even if those internal systems are slow and ineffective and may subject the prisoner to possible retaliation by prison staff. The paper relates that the PLRA places a cap on attorney fees and restricts the number of billable hours; thus, since they will have difficulty obtaining compensation for their work, attorneys are discouraged from representing prisoners even if they have a strong case.
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"When the administrative grievance process is followed in the manner prescribed in the PLRA, that process is able to fully identify details of the prisoner's case and determine its merits before it reaches a federal court. Once in court, there is a much greater likelihood that the case would be more well defined and presented in a concise manner. The court would then be able to focus solely on issues at hand instead of being forced to spend time attempting to interpret a potentially muddled argument. Under these circumstances, it would appear that federal courts would have more time available to address legitimate cases brought under the PLRA."
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Sociological Function of Prisons in Ireland, 2008.
A review of the sociological function of prisons in Ireland.
1,689 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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The paper states that the function of the prison in society is three-fold. The prison should be a place of social vengeance, a place to separate those who are dangerous to society and a place where reformation takes place. The paper addresses the functions of prison in society as they apply to the prison system in modern Ireland. The paper concludes that this will support the thesis that the prison serves the purpose of a political tool.
Outline:
Traditional Purpose of Prison
Foucault on Discipline and Society
Prisons in Ireland
Hunger Strikes: Prisoners Strike Back
Political Prisoners versus Common Criminals
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" Our modern prison system grew out of the social constructs of the 18th and 19th centuries. Prisons are institutions that exert power and control over those within its walls. It claims to be an egalitarian system, yet uses a hierarchical system of control. Foucault credits the ability to exploit the prison system to the rise of the bourgeouisie in the 18th century. His primary argument is that discipline creates the necessary supply of "docile bodies" that were needed for the new economy, particularly the industrial age."
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