functionalism

Which functionalist shared his opinion?

• Durkheim as always

What 4 things does punishment do according to functionalists?

• Function

• Social Mores

• Retributive

• Restitutive

Why does punishment have a function?

• Societal values reminded

• Social order maintained

• Social solidarity preserved

What are social mores?

• Shared beliefs and social conscience of a society

• Contributes to social integration and solidarity

What is retributive justice?

• Expressive punishment that comes from the vengeful passion of the collective conscience

• Traditional society

What is restitutive justice?

• Social solidarity s based on the reliance on others (division of labour)

• Instrumental aim to restore society back to how things were before (equilibrium)

What are 2 criticisms of Durkheims role of punishment?

• Oversimplifies complexities of social order

• Ignores power dynamics