
Correctional
Legal Context
Used in discussions about crime and legal systems, often indicating a focus on changing behavior.
He's studying correctional psychology to work with inmates.
Institutional Use
Refers to places where people are sent as punishment, like prisons or juvenile halls.
The new correctional facility will be built outside the city.
Reform Over Punishment
Implies an emphasis on rehabilitation, aiming to prevent future crimes.
Correctional programs are evolving to provide more educational opportunities.
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CorrectiveDisciplinaryPenalPunitiveRedemptiveReformatoryRestorative
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