Classification and segregation in prisons

Series: In COMMUNITY OF THE CONDEMNED

Genre: Television

Year Published: 1958

Creator: WTTW Chicago Joseph D. Lohman Sanger B. Powers Alan Sweetow Chalmers Marquis Hans W. Mattick John H. Gagnon

Format: 16mm

Description: In this program, film sequences illustrate the steps in the prison separation and analysis technique, and an inmate tells of his experience with the classification system. Criminologist Joseph D. Lohman outlines the basic and conflicting ideas which underlie imprisonment, punishment and rehabilitation. Powers and Lohman emphasize the need for professional personnel to implement the classification of prisoners and the importance of setting up programs to meet their individual needs.

Metadata Source:Educational film guide. Supplements (1959-62)


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