The Criminal Process: Courts And Sentencing Flashcards
1
Q
Define the term ‘retributive sentencing’
A
Punished because you have done something wrong
- punishment needs to commensurate with the offence
2
Q
Define the term ‘utilitarian sentencing’
A
Punishment seeks to achieve good
- treatment and incapacitation
- if it serves no good than the punishment is wrong
3
Q
What are the 5 purposes of sentencing?
A
- Punish
- General deterrence
- Specific deterrence
- Rehabilitation
- Incapacitation
