Sentencing: Philosophy and Policy

This graduate level course introduces the student to the broad range of topics inherent within criminal justice sentencing. The course covers the major theories of sentencing, including: retribution, deterrence, incapacitation and rehabilitation. We delve into the philosophy of each major form and examine the moral, ethical and practical limitations and advantages of each. Students examine theoretical and empirical writings and are expected to write a major paper based on a relevant sentencing issue. The course also examines sentencing policy in the United States, and in other countries, with particular attention paid to the intended and unintended consequences of major sentencing initiatives such as: guidelines, recidivist statutes, mandatory penalties and other current sentencing policies.

Term 202440 #42389 CJ09531
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14

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15

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