Intermediate sanctions are more restrictive than which type of sentence?

Intermediate sanctions are designed to provide a level of supervision and control that is more intensive than traditional probation, yet less severe than incarceration. Traditional probation typically allows offenders to live in the community under specific conditions set by the court, with relatively less oversight compared to intermediate sanctions. These alternatives often include additional requirements such as electronic monitoring, regular drug testing, curfews, or participation in structured rehabilitation programs, thereby creating a more restrictive environment than standard probation.

On the other hand, parole involves the supervised release of inmates after serving part of their prison sentence and typically includes conditions that allow for reintegration into the community. Jail and institutional corrections represent incarceration, which is a much more restrictive form of sentence compared to any community-based supervision, including intermediate sanctions. Thus, the distinction lies in the nature of the supervision and control, with intermediate sanctions imposing greater restrictions compared to traditional probation.