December 2018 / Parole / Probation /
Evaluating the Impact of Probation and Parole Home Visits
by Abt Associates
Multi-method study examining the varying practices of home and other field visits in community supervision and their effectiveness in maintaining public safety and promoting compliance with supervision conditions. Highlights the varied effectiveness of field contacts based on likelihood of recidivism (“risk level”) and emphasizes the importance of incorporating evidence-based practices during these interactions.