Boot Camps In Prisons

Bootcamps but, also known as “shock programs” have been effective for several years. (“Adult boot camps,” 2013). These programs are meant to be for short term. When in boot camp, there is a very rigorous schedule. Boot camps have been banned in several states because of the deaths revolving around the activities the inmates had to endure. I have seen that several had closed down, but I noticed that there are a few left in the state of Massachusetts. In august of 1992, MCI- Bridgewater was opened up. When they first opened by this was meant to be an “alternative” for first time offenders. When one was sentenced to this program, they had to endure military- like drills and exercises. Some offenders chose to go to a boot camp for they wouldn’t have to do a longer sentence. But, now the crime rate has gone up since then. There is only a certain number of inmates that are recommended to boot camp. Back In the day boot camps use to be different. But now they are operated by the prisons. The correctional officers that are working at the boot camp act as if they are “drill instructors”. The inmates have to wake up at the early hours, severe displine, and very strict rules. Some look at book …show more content…
The main goal is to minimize the populations that are in the jails, reducing cost, and to rehab the offenders at the same time. When you talk about the effectiveness of boot camps, most would say that they are cost effective. Which yes they are but, are they the best option? Personally I think this is a good option for habitual offenders. With this method it will help minimize the crime because no one would want to go to the boot camp again. Boot camps do come with a negative impact. There have been several deaths surrounding the environment of boot camps. According to studies that I have researched throughout the years, it shows that there is no difference between boot camp and prison. One doesn’t seem more effective than the