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Sentencing and Punishment. Sentencing Options. Suspended sentence Probation Home confinement. Sentencing Options. Fine/restitution Work release Imprisonment. Purposes of Punishment.
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Sentencing Options • Suspended sentence • Probation • Home confinement
Sentencing Options • Fine/restitution • Work release • Imprisonment
Purposes of Punishment • Retribution: “an eye for an eye.” Instead of individuals taking revenge, society takes the role of punishing offenders.
Purposes of Punishment • Deterrence: punishment will deter the offender from recidivism. It will also serve as an example to others.
Purposes of Punishment • Rehabilitation: convicted persons wil be helped to change their behavior and become productive members of society. Educational and counseling programs are designed for this purpose.
Purposes of Punishment • Incapacitation: while in prison the offender is not a threat to the safety of the community.