Risk Penology

• In Event: Routledge Handbook on European Penology - I. Scientific developments

Abstract

Risk penology emphasizes prevention through targeted interventions tailored to address the specific risk factors associated with an individual's likelihood of reoffending. This might involve providing rehabilitation programs, mental health support, education, or employment opportunities to address the root causes of criminal behaviour and promote desistance. But what is the price of this, especially with regard to proportionality, transparency, and equal treatment of suspected groups?

Authors

• Klara Kerezsi, Ludovika University of Public Service, Hungary

• Veronika Nagy, Utrecht University