The probation system / by Cecil Leeson.

  • Cecil Leeson
Date:
1914
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Licence: In copyright

Credit: The probation system / by Cecil Leeson. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    CHAPTER I PROBATION AND PROBATION INSTITUTIONS Probation is a system by which reclaim- able offenders are given an opportunity to reform. It is applied to those in whom wrong-doing is not habitual, and whose youth, previous good character, or other circumstances, give reasonable hope of reformation. Instead of being punished, these offenders are conditionally released under the friendly supervision of a skilled social worker, known as a probation officer. For a certain period, usually for twelve months, they are watched over by the pro- bation officer. Their habits and surround- ings are studied, and efforts are made to change those unfavourable to good conduct. At the end of the probationary period, the court reviews the case against each offender. If he is shown to have responded to his opportunity, no penalty for his offence is
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