Chapter 1 Learning Objectives

Understand why we punish in terms of its function from both an evolutionary and sociological point of view
Explain the notion of forgiveness tit-for-tat in terms of correctional practice
Understand how the notion of free will and rationality is related to punishment justification
Understand the difference between consequentialist and non-consequentialist ethics as they relate to the effectiveness of punishment
Understand the major justifications for punishment