Crime and Punishment

Angela L. Clay

CRJ:521

St. Leo University

Abstract

Hollin proposed movement away from punishment of crime to the management of crime. There are a number of pros for the use off various psychosocial measures in the management of crime. First, there would be a general reduction in recidivism. Secondly, there is a view of the criminal in the light of being a victim thus preventing wrongful punishment. Finally, it also offers alternatives of offending to the criminals. Apart from the pros, there are also a number of cons. They include inability to achieve high levels of deterrence, it also has a lot of effects on the society and finally, the criminals may not fear as they may not have pain that is similar to the crime. The paper comes to the conclusion that the management of crime should be used together with punishment. The usage should be based on the nature and type of crime that is committed.

Introduction: What is Anger?

To understand what therapeutic interventions are appropriate for violent offenders one must comprehend the difference between anger and aggression. According to Webster dictionary, anger is defined as a strong feeling of displeasure or sometimes rage. Unfortunately, there is such a negative cogitation associated with anger it is practically deemed wrong to become angry. Some people have disregarded anger as a natural emotion but to deny someone of feeling anger is almost denying them of being human. Jesus, himself experienced anger when he saw the disbelief on the faces of the people (Mark 3:5) and also when the priest were exploiting individuals in the temple (John 2:13-17). Anger is neither right nor wrong by itself; it can be used for good as well as evil. For example a knife can be used as a surgical tool for a doctor or weapon with intent to kill by a murder.

According to Hollin, anger is a significant activator of aggression and is reciprocally connected to it....