# Introduction to Corrections

- By: Myron H. Ybarra
- Publisher: Madera Community College
- Source: [LibreTexts](https://workforce.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Corrections/Introduction_to_Corrections_(Ybarra))
- Licence: [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/)
- Read at LibreTexts: https://workforce.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Corrections/Introduction_to_Corrections_(Ybarra)
- PDF: https://downloads.libretexts.org/api/v1/download/workforce-70552/pdf

This textbook, Introduction to Corrections, was designed with both the aspiring student and the seasoned criminal justice professional in mind. Whether you're new to the field or seeking a more comprehensive understanding of how corrections operates within the broader criminal justice system, this textbook provides a foundational exploration of the history, philosophy, policies, practices, and evolving dynamics of the corrections.