Pros And Cons Of Probation

According to our readings, during the reign of Henry VIII, adults as well as children were imposed harsh punishments such as mutilation or branding for crimes that were not deemed serious. As time progressed, parole and probation were found to be promising alternatives to being incarcerated. Although there are some individuals who tend to argue that probation has too many negative aspects, I tend to disagree.
My belief is that the majority of those convicted of certain crimes have the ability to change if they are afforded to do such things as preserve their employment or receive support from their family and friends. This can only be done if they are granted probation. There are many benefits of the probation system. Some examples include