Which term describes approaches to reduce crime without relying solely on prison, such as education and restorative justice?

• A. Probation
• B. Parole
• C. Alternate forms of crime control
• D. Homicide

Answer: (C)

Alternate forms of crime control focus on reducing crime through strategies beyond incarceration. These approaches include education, which helps address underlying causes by improving opportunities and skills, and restorative justice, which centers on accountability, repairing harm, and reintegrating offenders back into the community. By prioritizing prevention, rehabilitation, and community involvement, these methods aim to lower crime without relying mainly on prison. In contrast, probation and parole are forms of supervision within the existing system after a conviction, not a broad shift away from incarceration, and homicide is simply a crime, not a control strategy.