Select an example of a program relevant to a community in your area that is affected by the criminal justice system. Research recent trends and decisions related to the program you selected.

Identify an example of a current public policy related to this program. The example can be of a policy that already exists or a proposal that has the potential to become policy.

Investigate contributions to the program. Interpret the pros and cons of public policy decisions related to the program as they apply at the level of your local agency or in your community.

Note key information from your review of current research on the policy and program you selected to prepare to write annotations.