Breaking the Code of Silence: Correction Officers' Handbook on Identifying and Addressing Sexual Misconduct Contributor(s): National Institute of Corrections U. S. (Created by), Smith, Brenda V. (Author), Yarussi, Jamie M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1249851386 ISBN-13: 9781249851387 Publisher: Bibliogov OUR PRICE: $19.71 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2012 |
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BISAC Categories: - Political Science |
Physical Information: 0.29" H x 7.44" W x 9.69" (0.56 lbs) 136 pages |
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Publisher Description: Critical issues related to staff sexual misconduct with offenders are discussed. Sections of this handbook are: introduction; the need to talk about this now; what staff sexual misconduct entails; consequences of staff sexual misconduct; how correctional environments enable sexual misconduct; victimization; communication, gender, and abuse histories; tools for defining and identifying inappropriate relationships with offenders; what happens when an allegation of staff sexual misconduct is made; what are your rights during a staff sexual misconduct investigation; the legal consequences; prevention; and conclusion. Also included is a copy of the "50 State Survey of Criminal Laws Prohibiting the Sexual Abuse of Individuals Under Correctional Supervision." |