犯罪
Topic
A longer prison term as a way of punishing those who break the law is not as good as other methods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Sample
Imposing sentences is considered as a method to punish those who commit a serious offence and sometimes as a correctional method. However, we sometimes note that the crime rate soars, despite the fact that the number of prisons is growing. In the discussion of pros and cons of imprisonment, we need to consider the severity of the offense, the age of the offender and the impact on the public. The supporters of stiff sentences believe that this kind of punishment has a deterrent effect on both prospective offenders and habitual offenders. The logic behind this idea is that imprisonment means a loss of freedom, a consequence that no rational person is willing to take. This is particularly true when it has an impact on their lives, including their career, so people are less likely to commit crimes. For habitual criminals or those who commit serious crimes, a harsh sentence is also reasonable, because
it can protect social order. Due to the fact that these criminals cannot modify their behavior easily, putting them in jail can ensure the safety of law –abiding citizens. The main drawback of imprisonment is that it does not help criminals reintegrate into society or pay attention to rehabilitation. The prison excludes offenders from society, preventing them from acquiring job skills and reducing the chance of finding decent jobs. It is also important to consider the impact of imprisonment on juvenile offenders or first-time offenders, who broke the law because of insufficient social experience or low socio-economic status. By receiving education and vocational training, these people can become able members of society and understand how to use non-violent means to solve problems in life. This can reduce government spending on prison facilities, thereby easing the burden on taxpayers. In brief, we should be aware that the purpose of imprisonment is not only to protect innocent citizens but also to help offenders to lead a normal life. Through other rehabilitation programs, offenders, especially juvenile offenders, are likely to become productive members of society.
A juvenile delinquency
真题回顾
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观点
B. How to deal with criminals
真题分析
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观点分析