Aims of punishment ***** Flashcards
Definition of punishment
A given penalty to someone for a crime or wrong they have done
Definition of justice
Fairness where everyone has equal provisions and opportunity
Definition of retribution
A form of revenge on behalf of those who were wronged or subject to attack
Examples of retribution today
Definition of reparation
Criminals should have the right to pay for the ring that have done to show they are sorry and repair the damage they have done
Examples of reparation
Definition of reformation
Trying to ensure the criminal is helped to change their approach and way of life
Examples of reformation
Definition of protection
Making sure that all people and society itself is kept free form possible recurring of a crime by a criminal
Criminals also need protection
Examples of protection
Definition of justice in crime
To show that the law and authority are of supreme importance and ensure that the law is upheld and justified
Examples of justice
Definition of deterrence
To try to deter people from committing crimes because they know what the punishment is and know it will be given to those caught committing a crime
Examples of deterrence
