2013 South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 17 - Criminal Procedures
CHAPTER 22 - INTERVENTION PROGRAMS
SECTION 17-22-1110. Definitions.
As used in this chapter:
(1) "Criminal risk factors" means characteristics and behaviors that, when addressed or changed, affect a person's risk for committing crimes. The characteristics may include, but not be limited to, the following risk and criminogenic need factors: antisocial behavior patterns; criminal personality; antisocial attitudes, values, and beliefs; poor impulse control; criminal thinking; substance abuse; criminal associates; dysfunctional family or marital relationships; or low levels of employment or education.
(2) "Evidence-based practices" means supervision policies, procedures, and practices that scientific research demonstrates reduce recidivism among individuals on probation, parole, or post-correctional supervision.
HISTORY: 2010 Act No. 273, Section 56, eff January 1, 2011.
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