THE PURPOSES OF THE PRISON ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK 1. The protection of society against crime. 2. The reformation of the criminal. 3. Protection for those unjustly accused. 4. Probation, when suitable. 5. Improvement in prisons and prison discipline. 6. Employment, and when necessary, food, tools, shelter and other assistance for released or discharged prisoners. 7. Necessary aid for prisoners' families. 8. Supervision for those on probation and parole. 9. Needed legislation. 10. Publicity in prison reform. II. Research and advice. |