ac 2.3 asses how the forms of punishment meet the aims of punishment Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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what punishments are available?
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- imprisonment
- community sentences
- fines
- discharges
2
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what is imprisonment in relation to public protection?
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- life sentence most serious punishment available
- mandatory life sentences apply to a murder conviction
- manslaughter, robbery and rape (discretionary life sentences)
- could be argued that retribution takes place
- intermediate sentences, no release date, suspended in 2012 but still people serving this sentence suggest prison is achieving aim of public protection
3
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what is imprisonment in relation to rehabilitation?
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- fixed term sentences, know the amount of time they will serve
- on licence until the end of the sentence with an additional post-sentence supervision of at least 12 months
- prisoners serving under 2 years will serve half of their sentence in prison and the remainder in the community
4
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what are community sentences?
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- combines punishment with activities carried out in the community
- try not to only punish offenders but change their behaviour and prevent further offending
- bromley briefings community sentences more effective than custodial by 8.3%
5
Q
what are financial penalties?
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- fines provide deterrence and punishment
- daily mirror, 61% of fines written off or remain uncollected
6
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what are discharges?
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