Modeled after military recruit training camps, these programs are based on shock incarceration grounded on military techniques.

In addition, the plan calls for "shock incarceration" for about 500 young prisoners who have been convicted of nonviolent crimes.

He called shock incarceration a showcase of the philosophy.

They doubt the long-term effectiveness of shock incarceration and fear that its harsh discipline could easily lead to abuse of inmates.

New York tries to prevent the backsliding with one of the nation's most intensive programs for inmates who complete shock incarceration.

Efforts are being made to establish a shock incarceration or boot-camp system in the state.

And the early evaluation of shock incarceration, for instance, is surprisingly positive.

Feasible options include drug treatment and "shock incarceration" - drastically shortened terms for inmates who survive a rigorous training regime.

A few states have been experimenting with "shock incarceration" - allowing certain inmates to volunteer for shorter terms of military-like training, education and drug treatment.

Senate leaders favor building more prisons and appear to be reluctant to expand alternatives like shock incarceration.