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    There are two general theories of punishment: utilitarian and retributive. In the utilitarian theory of punishment‚ punishment is sought to discourage future occurrences of crime‚ while in the retributive theory‚ punishment is handed out because the offender deserves to be punished. Laws are used under the utilitarian philosophy specifically to maximize the overall peace of society. Because crimes and the punishment that follows are both adversaries to that peace‚ they should be kept to a minimum

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    Defining Retributive‚ Restorative and political justices: How they were applied to the South African context And the South African reconciliation process Retributive Justice: This type of justice is common in legal system by giving punishment equal to the harm done by the perpetuator. Every crime has its equal punishment is a general norm practiced in all cultures. In the Hebrew Scripture‚ the Mosaic law defines this as eye to eye or blood calls for blood. A victim is generally expects to

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    This paper will focus on retributive justice and restorative justice. Let’s begin with the definition of each. Retributive justice is a theory of justice that considers that punishment‚ if proportionate‚ is a morally acceptable response to crime. On the other hand‚ restorative justice is the opposite. It is a theory of justice that focuses on the needs of the victims and the offenders. So which of these should be morally right? Retributive justice means an eye for an eye. Meaning your punishment

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    The purposes for punishments falls under two prongs‚ retributive justice‚ and utilitarian justice. Retributive justice relates to “punishment is justified because people deserve it.”(Acker & Brody‚ 2010‚ p. 7) Utilitarian Justice believes in the purpose punishment serves. Retributive justice is when you violate the rights of another; then you should be penalized. These punishments restore order in the community. When offenders

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    federal governments have several philosophies to maintain their states as well as support the use of severe punishment. Utilitarian and retributive is considered to be two philosophies based on the theories of punishment. For example‚ researchers stated that utilitarian theory of sentence seeks to punish and prevent criminals to do more harm‚ however‚ the retributive theory believed that criminals deserved to faced criminal charges (Punishment - Theories of Punishment‚ 2016). Some philosophers believed

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    For my behavioural modification assignment I chose to reduce my level of sassiness. According to Dictionary.com (2015) sassiness or to be sassy means a person is sarcastic‚ funny‚ and occasionally blunt but very charming at the same time. The word sassy has recently reached its climax in popularity‚ although it is often negatively affiliated with strong feminist woman. Many celebrities are known for their sassy replies‚ for instance‚ Rihanna. The word sassy is relatively new‚ its origin is unknown

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    The figure of Lady Justice is a fixture in courtrooms around the U.S. She is blindfolded‚ representing justice as impartial and holding a scale‚ giving weight only to the evidence in a trial‚ not to the stature of the accused. On her right hand she carries a sword‚ signifying the power of those who make decisions. While Lady Justice symbolizes impartiality and strength in the American justice system‚ two important traits the courts should possess‚ justice itself is served in the courts in two main

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    Introduction 2. Administration Of Justice 3. Need for administration of justice 4. Legal justice and natural justice 5. Distinction between civil justice and criminal justice 6. Theories of punishment 7. Kinds of punishment 8. Justice in India 9. Conclusion ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE Introduction Justice is a concept of moral rightness based on ethics‚ rationality‚ law‚ natural law‚ religion‚ equity and fairness. Understandings of justice differ in every culture‚ as cultures

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    Retributive‚ Utilitarian and Rehabilitative Justice Compared The three justice theories or views‚ which include utilitarianism‚ rehabilitative or a retributive style of justice‚ are multifaceted. It is not easy to sum the aspects of each without lengthy discussion. Therefore‚ I will try to maximize my efforts and offer concise answers. It is fair to note that my belief system correlates strongly with retributive style justice theory. Nevertheless‚ I will compare all three theories accordingly.

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    extra-ordinary hurry-up of cases by whatever means. As justice delayed is justice denied‚ similarly‚ the saying‚ justice hurried is justice buried is equally true. Therefore‚ sufficient‚ reasonable and due hearing of every cases with consideration of its circumstances is the necessary requirement of natural justice and balance of convenience. In fact‚ the untiring efforts put by fear and flavorless Indian Judiciary is doing commendable job of imparting justice in spite of so many difficulties‚ which created

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