Basic terminology Flashcards
1
Q
What is penal welfarism?
A
a theory in the study of criminal justice which holds that prisoners should have the right and positive motivation to gain opportunities for advancement within the CJS
2
Q
what is rehabilitation?
A
it is based on belief that individuals who commit crimes should be given the opportunity to change their behaviour and become productive members of society
3
Q
what is the rehabilitative ideal?
A
refers to the idea that a primary purpose of punishment is to effect a change in the character of convicted offenders
