Compare the differences between the probation and parole system. What are the functions of each? What are the main differences?

Compare probation with parole.

Imprisonment is costly. To offset costs, judges and other officials employ ranges of strategies sanctions and supervision. This week you will explore the distinctions between two types of supervision, probation and parole.

Please respond to all of the following prompts in the class discussion section of your online course.

• Compare the differences between the probation and parole system. (In a detailed paragraph)
• What are the functions of each? What are the main differences? (In a detailed paragraph)

Reference

Clear, T.R., Cole, G.f., Reisig, M.D. (2013). American corrections, 10^th ed. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.