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Beha, James; And Others – 1977
Sentencing selected offenders to perform services for the community is becoming an increasingly popular sentencing option for judges. Premised on the notion that a fine and/or jail term is not always in the best interest of society or the offender, many courts have embraced the concept of community service in lieu of the traditional sentences,…
Descriptors: Community Relations, Community Services, Correctional Rehabilitation, Court Litigation