Crime punishment - Marxism ,functionalism and post modernism Flashcards
what do Marxists suggest about crime punishment ?
Marxists suggest that both the workplace and prison are a way of disciplining workers into following society of capitalism.
what do Marxists say about enforcing the elite in crime punishment ?
Enforcing controls of the elite , for the protection of the elite and it is often used to unemployment in society which is why prison is used is not the most cost - effective way of punishing crime.
what do Marxists say about crime against assets in crime punishment ?
crimes against the assets of capitalism is such as theft is punished more harshly than crimes against the person such as assault.
what is the neo- Marxist box in Marxism to do with crime punishment ?
The neo - Marxist box suggests that criminals sub classes are used as a deterrent to keep the working class in line and in employment as criminals are less deserving to help . Although prison can be used as a capitalist tool to install discipline within the working class.
what do functionalists suggest to crime punishment ?
Functionalists suggest that the main reason for punishment is reduction , retribution and restitution to maintain a social so
what is the meaning of reduction in functionalism ?
Reduction is preventing the criminal from committing further crime through deterrence.
what are some examples of reduction in functionalism ?
Examples of reduction
- prison sentences
- heft fines
- community orders and rehabilitation
what is the meaning of retribution in functionalism ?
Retribution is where the individual is punished proportionally for what they have done. The severity of the punishment is proportionate to the seriousness of the crime.
what is the meaning of restitution in functionalism ?
Restitution is the idea that because crime damages the relationships between individuals , restoration is needed. An offender can be ordered to compensate the victim for losses suffered because of the crime committed.
what are some examples of restitution in functionalism ?
examples :
- a shoplifter is ordered to repay a storeowner for the cost of a stolen item
- an assailant who must pay for their victims medical expenses after a violent assault.
what is the meaning of maintaining social solidarity and reinforce shared values ?
Maintaining social solidarity and reinforce shared values of what is socially acceptable and unacceptable behaviour.
what do postmodernists argue in crime punishment ?
post modernists would argue that punishment has changed overtime from the fear of being physically punished to control through surveillance and monitoring.
what do postmodernists believe now do in crime punishment ?
Postmodernists believe most people now obey the rules because they know they are being watched and they regulate their own behaviour because of fear of being seen doing wrong.
what do postmodernists believe the monitoring and surveillance approach to crime punishment ?
The monitoring and surveillance approach to punishment aims to change the thinking and behaviour of offenders. The offenders must constantly self - monitor due to fear of being caught on camera so they end up disciplining themselves.
what do postmodernists believe punishment is about ?
punishment is now about changing thinking and behaviour. Prison reforms include constant surveillance of prisorners , education and social skills training to improve their prospects.
