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Petersilia, Joan; And Others – 1978
The criminal development of habitual felons was examined by means of lengthy interviews with 49 prison inmates, all armed robbers serving at least their second prison terms. Results are not considered generalized, but should be regarded as 49 case studies. Although some of the findings were consistent with traditional images (juvenile offender…
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Development, Correctional Rehabilitation, Criminals