Crime & Punishment

Flashcards about Crime & Punishment, and Art & Entertainment

Deterrent

Something that discourages or prevents a particular action, often by instilling fear of the consequences.

Rehabilitation

The process of restoring someone to a constructive place in society, often through therapy or education.

Recidivism

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend after undergoing punishment or treatment.

Juvenile Delinquency

Illegal or antisocial behavior by individuals under the age of legal adulthood.

Capital Punishment

The legally authorized execution of an individual as a penalty for a serious crime.