penologist
/pəˈnɑlədʒɪst/
noun
- An expert in the study of punishment, prison systems, and the rehabilitation of criminals.
- The penologist's new book argues that community service is more effective than short prison sentences.
- The penologist testified before Congress about the need for better prison education programs.
- As a penologist, Dr. Lee has spent decades researching how to reduce repeat offenses.