FP 6010 Psychology the Legal System Family Instability Discussion

IntroductionThe business of criminal justice is not currently, nor has it ever been, supportive of the offender’s family. From arrest, to court proceedings, to sentencing, to confinement; the needs and desires of an offender’s family are not considered relevant. While experts contend that inmates who stay connected to their partners and children fare better during and after incarceration, efforts to provide widespread institutional support and funding does not exist due to the logistical challenges of incarceration such as location of the facility, transportation costs, unemployment, visitation policies, and school schedules. Family therapy also requires a level of desire and commitment to address issues that the offender or his or her family members may not have.For this discussion reflect, on how the day-to-day business of criminal justice agencies threatens the stability of families. Address the following: