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Assignment: The Presentence Investigation- Purpose and Procedure
One of the topics reviewed in this module is the development and purpose of a PSI report in many criminal justice systems. Most long-form PSIs contain at least six main sections, which are as follows:
- Part A - A description of the offense
- Part B - The defendant's criminal history (broken down into juvenile and adult)
- Part C - Offender characteristics-includes subsections of personal and family data; physical condition; mental and emotional health; substance abuse; educational, vocational, and special skills; employment; and financial condition
- Part D - Sentencing options
- Part E - Circumstances for departure
- Part F - Variance
This organizational structure highlights the critical components of a PSI. It also offers a good overview of the functions of a PSI.
On the basis of what you've learned in this module and using specific examples from the PSI (read the sample PSI), prepare a 4- to 5-page paper to address the following:
How does a PSI help the court to determine an appropriate sentencing decision?
How does a PSI impact possible probation and parole decisions?
How does a PSI help the court determine the sentence length and make recommendations for institutional placement?
How does a PSI help the criminal justice system make informed decisions regarding probation or parole supervision?
How might a PSI help the criminal justice system with treatment recommendations?
How does a PSI assist corrections personnel in:
- Offender classification
- Offender management
- Treatment options
- Release planning
How does a PSI assist the defendant and defense counsel?
Be sure to support your position with specific examples and to include information from each of the six parts of the PSI.
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