... dependant on the severity of the crime. The order is generally seen as a very effective alternative to imprisonment. The community rehabilitation order is less of a punishment order and more of a getting back on track order. The offender is supervised by a probation officer who devises an action plan for the offender, if the offender fails to take a keen interest in it or fails to attend a meeting with the officer then he or she can alert the court who will re-sentence. It offers a push towards getting a job which is seen as very helpful for the rehabilitation of offenders. Other orders include a mixture of the previously mentioned orders this is seen as the best of both orders providing punishment and then offering rehabilitation. Other orders include a tagging order the basically put the offender under house arrest during certain times during the day this in ...

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