August 2022 / Parole / Probation
Advancing Fairness and Transparency: National Guidelines for Post-Conviction Risk and Needs Assessment Executive Summary
by Council of State Governments Justice Center and Bureau of Justice Assistance
Guidelines to ensure that the implementation of post-conviction risk and needs assessment instruments promotes accuracy, fairness, transparency, effective communication, and use. Includes an executive summary, a companion guide with action items for each guideline, and a self-assessment to see how your agency is currently following the guidelines.