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Aims of punishment Flashcards

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7 reasons why we punish people

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So they learn
Justice for those effected
Protection for other people
Deterrence
Reform
Vindication
retribution

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Retribution

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Death penalty

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Deterrence

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When a punishment is so harsh it scares people from committing the crime

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Reform

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To make the criminal better

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Vindicated

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Important to punish crimes so the laws or society are respected.

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