One reason for the increased risk is that now probation is being granted to offenders whose criminal acts, prior records, and drug abuse histories are more serious (Petersilia & Turner, 1990). ... The prevalence of certain drugs on the streets, such as crack cocaine, has increased the potential for violence (Holden, 1989). ... In urban areas the officer may be making field contacts in crime-infested neighborhoods while, in more rural districts, the officer may be making contacts hours away from the nearest law enforcement assistance. ... In Colorado, as in many other states, th...

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Wide publicity is given to the states rate of alchohalism, drug abuse, and suicide "clear evidence that California is now the land of failed dreams and broken promises- ( Rawls 12). ... "1n news stories, opponents often misrepresent how three-strikes is being enforced and its effect on crime."" ...

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