Crime and Punishment Flashcards

(15 cards)

1
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An act that is forbidden or the commission of a prohibited act by law, resulting in punishment

A

crime

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The penalty given for a crime committed, which can vary from a fine or community service to imprisonment or even death

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punishment

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3
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A moral wrongdoing, often defined in religious terms, which goes against God’s laws or moral principles

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sn

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4
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A system of rules established by an authority

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law

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5
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The concept of fair treatment and upholding the law.

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justice

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6
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The process of helping an offender to reintegrate into society by providing education, therapy, and vocational skills, with the aim of preventing reoffending.

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rehabilitation

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7
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The idea that punishment will discourage the offender and others from committing future crimes.

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deterrence

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8
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The concept that punishment should be proportional to the crime committed, providing the offender with a deserved consequence.

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retribution

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9
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The act of imprisoning someone as a form of punishment.

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incarceration

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10
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The death penalty, where an individual is executed as a punishment for serious crimes, such as murder or terrorism.

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capital punishment

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11
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The act of pardoning someone who has committed a wrong, especially when they repent or seek forgiveness.

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forgiveness
forgive someone 7o x 7 times

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12
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The Islamic legal system derived from the Qur’an,

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Sharia Law
“cut off their hands for what they have done”

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13
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a crime commited to a person who has protected characteristics

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hate crime

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14
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punishment should aim to change criminals so they won’t reoffend again

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reformation

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15
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if a criminal is considered dangerous, and society should be without them

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protection

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