Types Of Punishment Flashcards
What is crime
And act against the law. E.g. murder is a crime in the UK
What is punishment
The consequences of a wrong decision imposed by authority such as a judge. E.g. death-penalty
What is relativism
The idea that certain actions or beliefs can be adapted to fit the situation. E.g. stealing is a crime but it could be accepted if it was to feed a starving child
What is an example of sin
Some things like murder or crimes however adultery is a sin
What is an example of absolutism
If you think stealing is wrong then you would think it was wrong in every situation
What is capital punishment
The death penalty for an offence
What is deterrence
A punishment that is so severe it puts other people off committing crime
What do retribution
Making a criminal pay for their crimes
What is rehabilitation
Helping criminals to reform so they don’t commit crimes again
What do am example of deterrence
During London riots in 2011 a man stole a crate of water from a shop and was sentenced to one year in prison
What is an example of retribution
The death penalty for someone who has committed a murder
What is an example of rehabilitation
Providing education, counselling and training to stop criminals reoffending
Explanation for retribution
This is seen as a fair and just reaction to a crime
Eg an eye for an eye a tooth for a tooth
What is the explanation for deterrence
Knowing that they face a severe punishment will make a criminal think twice before breaking the law
What is the explanation for rehabilitation
A criminal who has been educated is more likely to avoid committing further crimes
