Citation

Clements CB. Crim. Justice Behav. 1996; 23(1): 121-143.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1996, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/0093854896023001009

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This article reviews the literature of the past 20 years on offender classification. Early developments represented a convergence of professional, legal, and political demands. Recent progress in several areas is noted: risk assessment and correctional supervision, classification based on psychological characteristics, and needs assessment. An integration of trends argues for a systems approach to classification, connecting it more specifically to intervention. Current efforts that warrant further attention are discussed.

Language: en