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.

  1. Identify the most prevalent philosophy used in sentencing the following crimes: drug distribution, rape, homicide, and DUI.
  2. 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

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