羽間, 京子

HAZAMA, Kyoko

[SUMMARY]For better probation and parole practices that reduce recidivism, it is necessary to properly assess and determine the most applicable approach to individuals under supervision. The Ministry of Justice in Japan developed new assessment tools for individuals on probation and parole in 2018 based on the Risk-Need-Responsivity model. The newly developed tools were designed to assess risk factors for recidivism, criminogenic needs, and strengths of individuals under supervision, as well as to create personalized case formulation. This study demonstrated the process used to develop the new tools and explored the content. We discussed how the tools support probation officers to develop more varied case plans, which is expected to contribute to a reduction in reoffending and facilitate the reintegration of individuals on probation or parole into society. Studies examining the outcomes of the new assessment tools are needed.