Escola Classica Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the main focus of Classical Criminology?
The main focus is on the idea that individuals have free will to choose their actions and that punishment should be proportionate to the crime.
True or False: Classical Criminology emphasizes biological factors in criminal behavior.
False
Who is considered the founder of Classical Criminology?
Cesare Beccaria
Fill in the blank: According to Classical Criminology, the purpose of punishment is to _______ crime.
deter
What is the ‘social contract’ in Classical Criminology?
The social contract is the idea that individuals consent to form a society and abide by its rules for mutual benefit.
Which principle suggests that punishment should fit the crime?
The principle of proportionality
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Classical Criminology? A) Free will B) Determinism C) Rational choice D) Deterrence
B) Determinism
What is the significance of Beccaria’s work ‘On Crimes and Punishments’?
It laid the foundation for modern criminal law and the principles of justice.
True or False: Classical Criminology supports the idea of rehabilitation as the primary goal of punishment.
False
What does the term ‘rational choice theory’ imply in the context of Classical Criminology?
It implies that criminals make calculated decisions to commit crimes based on perceived benefits outweighing risks.
Fill in the blank: Classical Criminology emerged in the _______ century.
18th
What role does the concept of deterrence play in Classical Criminology?
Deterrence is aimed at preventing crime by instilling fear of punishment in potential offenders.
Multiple Choice: Which theorist is known for the idea that punishment should be swift, certain, and severe? A) Lombroso B) Beccaria C) Durkheim D) Freud
B) Beccaria
What is the Classical perspective on the death penalty?
Classical Criminology supports the death penalty as a possible deterrent for severe crimes.
True or False: Classical Criminology considers social and environmental factors as primary causes of crime.
False
What does Beccaria argue about the use of torture in the legal system?
He argues that torture is inhumane and should not be used as a means of obtaining confessions.
Fill in the blank: The Classical School of Criminology is often contrasted with the _______ School.
Positivist
What is the importance of the Enlightenment period to Classical Criminology?
The Enlightenment period emphasized reason and individualism, which influenced the development of Classical Criminology.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following concepts is central to Classical Criminology? A) Biological determinism B) Free will C) Social learning D) Cultural influences
B) Free will
What is the ‘hedonistic calculus’ proposed by Classical Criminologists?
It is a method of calculating the potential pleasure and pain associated with a crime to determine whether to commit it.
True or False: The Classical School advocates for individualized punishment.
False
What is the main critique of Classical Criminology?
It oversimplifies human behavior by ignoring psychological, social, and economic factors.
Fill in the blank: Classical Criminology laid the groundwork for the development of _______ theories.
modern criminological
What does the term ‘mala in se’ refer to in Classical Criminology?
Crimes that are inherently wrong or evil, regardless of laws.
