corrections
Definition
Noun: 1. The system of managing and rehabilitating people convicted of crimes: This refers to the overall structure, including prisons, probation, parole, and rehabilitation programs, used by a government to punish and supervise offenders. 2. The government department or agency responsible for this system: This is the specific administrative body that operates prisons and oversees community supervision like probation and parole.
Usage
The word "corrections" is used as a singular noun when referring to the governmental department or field of work, and as a plural noun when referring to the system or its activities. It is a formal, institutional term.
Examples
- Referring to the system:
- The state is reforming its corrections system to focus more on rehabilitation.
- He studies the effectiveness of different corrections policies.
- Referring to the department/agency:
- She works for the Department of Corrections.
- A career in corrections can be very challenging.
Advanced Usage
- "Community corrections": A term for non-prison sanctions like probation, parole, and halfway houses, where offenders are supervised within the community.
- The judge sentenced him to a community corrections program instead of prison.
Variants and Related Words
- Correctional (adjective): Relating to the correction of offenders or the corrections system.
- He works at a correctional facility.
- Correction officer / Corrections officer (noun): A person who works in a prison or jail, responsible for the custody and supervision of inmates.
Synonyms
- Penal system: The system of punishment for crimes.
- Prison system: Specifically refers to the part of corrections involving incarceration.
- Rehabilitation system: Emphasizes the reformative aspect of corrections.
Related Phrases
- Department of Corrections (DOC): The standard name for the state-level government agency responsible for prisons and parole in the United States.
- The Department of Corrections issued a statement about the new policy.
Noun
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the social control of offenders through a system of imprisonment and rehabilitation and probation and parole
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the department of local government that is responsible for managing the treatment of convicted offenders
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for a career in corrections turn to the web site of the New Jersey Department of Corrections
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