Risk Principle

Examines the risk of reoffending, NOT the severity of the crime

Tells us "who" to target

Low Risk

-Fewer and less intensive programs

-Less restrictive supervision

-Fewer areas of risk

-Are likely to “self - correct” behavior

High Risk

-More likely to reoffend

-More restrictive and structured supervision

-More areas of risk

-Interventions and services should be longer in duration