Philosophical Underpinnings of Sentencing

1. Review the six ideological and theoretical underpinnings of sentencing and correctional policy: retribution, incapacitation, deterrence,

rehabilitation, restorative justice, and reintegration.

2. Identify the most prevalent philosophy used in sentencing the following crimes: drug distribution, rape, homicide, and DUI.
3. Think of examples where multiple philosophies might apply to sentencing and craft a 1-min paper (or 130 words) to support your argument.

Textbook we use: Introduction to Corrections THIRD EDITION
BY Robert D. Hanser – University of Louisiana at Monroe