Cjust chapter 3 definitions

Deterrence​

threat of punishment so people dont do crime

Specific Deterrence

individual, through restitution

General deterrence

perceived negative consequences of being caught and thus, the threat of punishment will inhibit criminal behavior in all members of society.​

Retribution

offenders deserve to be punished for criminal behavior.​

Restitution

repayment as part of a punishment for injury or loss.​

Rehabilitation

means of providing education and treatment for offenders.​

Incapacitation

isolates the offender from the public to protect the public.​

Rule of law

mandates the application of known legal principles in governmental decision-making and establishes the premise that every citizen should obey laws.​

Federalism

division of power and authority

Trial by ordeal

Primitive trial in which God was expected to protect the innocent. Abolished in the Age of Enlightenment.​

Hedonistic calculus

people weigh the costs and benefits of their actions in order to maximize pleasure and minimize pain.​ -Jeremy Bentham idea

Utilitarianism

greatest good for the greatest number.​ -Jeremy Bentham idea