Theories of Punishment: What Justifies Punishment? - 1000-Word Philosophy: An Introductory Anthology.
Topic Objectives. • Analyze major theories of punishment • Examine ethical and theoretical foundations • Provide real-life examples • Discuss psychological factors • Give recommendations.
Punishment: What Is It Good For?. Introduction. Scales of Justice.
Overview of Theories. • Utilitarianism • Retributivism • Deterrence Theory • Social Defense Theory • Reductivism.
[image] Theory of Utilitarianism The Original Position.
Utilitarianism Examples. California Three Strikes Law - Penal ....
Retributivism. Punishment is deserved based on wrongdoing. Focus: moral responsibility and proportionality..
Retributivism Examples. • Revised Penal Code penalties • Heinous crime convictions • RA 7610 cases.
Deterrence Theory. Punishment prevents crime by fear of consequences. Types: general and specific deterrence..
Deterrence Examples. • Traffic law enforcement • PNP checkpoints • RA 10586.
Social Defense Theory. Goal: protect society from dangerous individuals. Focus: incapacitation and security..
Social Defense Examples. GOP bill: Sex offenders who are homeless to wear GPS monitors.
[image] What is reductionism GotQuestions org. Reductivism.
Reductivism Examples. • Restorative justice programs • BJMP rehabilitation • RA 9344 diversion programs.
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Psychological Factors. • Risk perception and behavior • Rehabilitation psychology • Officer mental health.
Application in Law Enforcement. • Community policing • Proportional sentencing • Preventive programs.
Challenges and Best Practices. Challenges: fairness, ethics, officer bias Best practices: evidence-based policing, community engagement.
Conclusion. A digital balance scale using circles.
References. Selected philosophical and criminology sources (See full reference list in report).