Which of the following was the first person to provide bail for defendants under the authority of the Boston Police Court in 1841?

a. John Augustusb. Cesare Beccariac. Zebulon Brockwayd. Jeremy Benthem

Answer: The correct answer is : a. John augustus

Explanation: Augustus was "the Father of probation" who in 1841 attended the police to rescue a common drunk who when he appeared in court was a sober man who had changed his appearance and behavior and was accompanied by Augustus. John Augustus thus began an 18-year career as a probation officer.