Such a resolution, if adopted in Federal sentencing guidelines, has many sound arguments in its favor. First, it would help relieve prison overcrowding, ensure prison space for violent and dangerous offenders, and help reduce prison costs. Second, restitution and community service directly benefit both victims and the community, while being much less destructive to the offender. Finally, the prospects for successful rehabilitation of offenders would be increased, as those serving alternative sentences have demonstrated lower recidivism rates than have incarcerated offenders. 70 notes and references.