Discuss which sentences achieve the aim of protecting the public Flashcards
Which act introduced new sentences to protect public
The legal aid sentencing and punishment of offenders act
What is the stain way of protecting the public
Custodial sentences
Where must an offender be sent if they present risk
To prison so they can’t commit further crimes
What appears to be more effective
Longer custodial sentences
How many adults reoffended after one year
44% adults
What is the extended determinate sentence
Protects public from offenders who have committed sexual or violent offences
What must an offender serve under the extended determinate service
A custodial sentence and an extended period of license (minimum of 12 months)
What else did LASPO introduce
A mandatory sentence for offenders convicted of a second sexual or violent crime
What questions does LASPOs introductions raise
How long the public should be protected for
What happens to offenders who commit murder
They are given life sentences and can be considered release on license if no longer perceived a threat
What other sentence can protect the public
Community sentences
What does a curfew do
Removes the offender from a certain area or place at certain times of the day
What does an electronic tag do
Allows probation and police to monitor an offenders location and compliance with curfew order
What did LASPO increase
The curfew to 12 months and the maximum period for curfew to 16 hours a day
What are community orders
Offer treatment and education to offenders dependent on drugs and alcohol
