Document Type
Thesis
Date of Degree Completion
Spring 1973
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Mental Health Counseling
Committee Chair
B. Holmberg
Second Committee Member
Roger G. Stewart
Third Committee Member
F. Nelson
Abstract
This study analyses the impact of Substitute House Bill 561 (1971) which grants unemployment type gratuities as to the effect that such additional financial support has regarding reduced recidivism rates of parolees during the initial six months of parole. Comparisons were made between exprisoners released in 1971 and considered as "non-recipients" of additional gratuities. Design characteristics allowed between and within group comparisons of two primary offense categories.
Conclusions include additional variables to be examined, statistical controls, and difficulties encountered when making comparison of parolees.
Recommended Citation
Deegan, Michael Larry, "The Effects of Substitute House Bill 561 (1971) on Post-Release Adjustment Patterns of Exprisoners in Washington State" (1973). All Master's Theses. 2077.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/etd/2077