Overview
Comparative approaches to criminal punishment provide insights into how different societies address crime and justice. By examining methods such as retributive, rehabilitative, deterrent, and restorative justice, we can understand the diverse philosophies that shape legal systems worldwide. Each app...
Key Terms
Example: Retributive justice seeks to punish offenders in proportion to their crimes.
Example: Rehabilitation programs may include therapy and education.
Example: Harsh penalties are intended to deter potential offenders.
Example: Restorative justice involves dialogue between victims and offenders.
Example: High recidivism rates indicate ineffective rehabilitation.
Example: Prison sentences are a common punitive measure.
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intermediateInternational Criminal Law
Studies laws governing crimes that cross international borders and their enforcement.
advancedKey Concepts
retributive justicerehabilitationdeterrencerestorative justice