Essays on Denunciation

Introduction

Punishment is the system used by society to enforce the desired standards of conduct, and to deal with the offender after a crime has been committed . Two common theories of punishment include the retribution theory and the incapacitation theory. The retribution theory seeks to punish an offender who has committed a criminal act. The incapacitation theory seeks to deter or prevent future crime. Both theories seek to convey justice.

Retribution theory

The retribution theory of punishment is the oldest theory of punishment. The retribution theory of punishment rests on the idea that those who violate the law should be punished for ...

One of the main things that are argued in this declaration is that all men are created equal by the creator, who is God and should as a result have liberty, freedom to life and pursuit of happiness. The declaration also puts forward the argument that the king of England was no longer a suitable tyrant over its colonies, and the people deserve the right of electing the representatives who will govern them, and when they fell their interest is not taken care of by the representatives, they should have a right to eject them and elect new ones. Along with this ...

Criminal Justice: Sentencing

Every civil society has it sets of rules, whether written or unwritten. These rules are based on the beliefs, regulations and the virtues valued and upheld within the society. With modern civilization, most nations around the world have constitutions to govern the conduct of its citizens, thereby maintaining law and order. Defying these regulations is termed as criminal offence and is punishable by law. Sentencing of law breakers is therefore meant to play a given role in the society. It also comes with its costs, as discussed below.

According to the Law Reform Commission (2008), most offenders are brought before a ...