HOPE is criticized for insufficient research demonstrating its effectiveness, its punishment-oriented approach, and the significant role of local conditions and available resources.
The Northern Territory (Australia) has passed laws to introduce SCF.
A study on two community-corrections centers in Pennsylvania has found a 13% re-arrest reduction among SCF participants.
The evidence is mixed on whether women on probation or parole benefit from SCF.
A new book analyzes HOPE and identifies key issues for jurisdictions that are considering implementing SCF.
