Certain special category offenders are very costly, troublesome, and time-consuming for corrections. No comprehensive method has been identified for dealing with these offenders. These special category offenders present special challenges for correctional institutions, management philosophy, and correctional officers. Based on the readings in your textbook, the ITT Tech Virtual Library, and your state’s Department of Corrections Web site:

Identify three to four categories of inmates who are eligible for release on parole and probation.
Compare and contrast the different community programs available for probationers that would fit into the categories you chose. Would any programs be mandatory for any of the categories you chose? If so, explain why.
What special challenges do probation or parole officers encounter in monitoring special-needs individuals under their supervision?

Cite references to support your answer.
Remember to adhere to APA guidelines, standards, and formatting.

Certain special category offenders are very costly, troublesome, and time-consuming for corrections. No comprehensive method has been identified for dealing with these offenders. These special category offenders present special challenges for correctional institutions, management philosophy, and correctional officers. Based on the readings in your textbook, the ITT Tech Virtual Library, and your state’s Department of Corrections Web site:

Identify three to four categories of inmates who are eligible for release on parole and probation.
Compare and contrast the different community programs available for probationers that would fit into the categories you chose. Would any programs be mandatory for any of the categories you chose? If so, explain why.
What special challenges do probation or parole officers encounter in monitoring special-needs individuals under their supervision?

Cite references to support your answer.
Remember to adhere to APA guidelines, standards, and formatting.