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21 October, 23:48

Preventing future criminal acts describes which purpose of punishment?

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  1. 22 October, 00:28
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    Since, the options have not been given, the question is incomplete. The complete question is as follows:

    Preventing future criminal acts describes which purpose of punishment?

    A. Containment

    B. Retribution

    C. Deterrence

    D. Rehabilitation

    C. Deterrence

    Answer: C. Deterrence

    Explanation:

    Deterrence is an act of discouraging the action or event harmful to other individuals or the public. It discourages the wrongdoer or anyone intend to harm other person or property for own benefit. The future criminal acts can be prevented by creating a threat of retaliation or by penalizing the act. The punishment must be severe according to the act to deter criminal acts.
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