The effects of an experimental program of differential classification and treatment were studied by comparing releasees from two Federal Correctional Institutions. Releasees from the experimental institution had more paroles, fewer mandatory releases or expirations of sentences, and more escapes or transfers than the comparison institution.…

Reexamines the assumptions of the change grid regarding the channeling of masses of clients into change strategies programs. Penal organizations specifically select and place clients so that programs remain stable, rather than sequence programs to meet the needs of clients. (Author)