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Citation |
Leiber MJ, Mawhorr TL. J. Crim. Justice 1995; 23(2): 127-141. |
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(Copyright © 1995, Elsevier Publishing) |
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Abstract |
The objective of the present research was to assess the success of a program in reducing official delinquent behavior among youth identified as one step away from the state training school or waiver to adult court. The Second Chance program represents a rehabilitative strategy that uses social skills training, pre-employment training, and job placement opportunities to reduce recidivism. Utilizing multiple comparison groups and a one-year follow-up period, evidence of a reduction in official delinquent and criminal offending was not found. Offenses committed by the Second Chance group were less serious, however. Implications and recommendations for future research are discussed. |