Discussion Questions

Draft a response to each of the bulleted questions below. Each question must have its own response and have a minimum of 75 words.

1.       How would you define punishment philosophy? 

2.       How do the various punishment philosophies affect the criminal justice process with regard to post-conviction? 

3.       How well does punishment philosophy meet the criteria for sentencing?

4.       Of the philosophies you mention, which do you find most pertinent in today's world?  Does rehabilitation work as well as deterrence?

5.       What are the legal aspects in sentencing? 

6.       How do these legal aspects impact sentencing of criminals?  What would happen if these legal factors in sentencing were changed, or even eliminated?

7.       How would you define the juvenile court process?  How does it differ from that of the adult court process?  

8.       Is there a better solution to juvenile sentencing?  Explain.