A comparative evaluation of a new generation jail |
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Authors: | James L Williams Daniel G Rodeheaver Denise W Huggins |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Sociology and Social Work, Texas Woman’s University, P.O. Box 425887, 76204-5887 Denton, TX;(2) University of North Texas, USA;(3) Texas Woman’s University, USA |
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Abstract: | This study reports findings from an evaluation of a new generation jail in a large southwestern state. The jail is one component
of a complex containing a traditional jail, an indirect supervision facility (barracks), and the new generation jail. Using
survey and operational data, we compare the new generation jail to the other two facilities. The findings provide generally
positive support for the effectiveness of the new generation jail. Inmates and staff were much more satisfied with the physical
facilities. Staff perceived it as more secure, though they reported only limited advantages in safety and security. Violence
and disciplinary problems were substantially lower. However, no savings in staffing levels were noted, nor were there differences
in job satisfaction for staff in the new generation jail. We discuss the implications of the findings and suggest additional
directions for jail evaluations. |
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