During a Victim Impact Statement, the Mother of Someone Who

question 54

Multiple Choice

During a victim impact statement, the mother of someone who was murdered advocates a sentence to serve as vindication for her slain child. She continues to note that she believes the offender will never experience remorse for his actions or change. Which type of punishment is the mother advocating for?

• A) incapacitation
• B) rehabilitation
• C) deterrence
• D) retribution

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Definitions:

Objective Realities

Circumstances or facts that exist independently of human thoughts, beliefs, or feelings.

Objective Realities

External or physical realities that exist independently of personal feelings, opinions, or perceptions.

Subjective Feelings

Personal emotional experiences or sensations that are perceived by an individual, differing from objective measurements.

Autonomic Arousal

Involuntary physical responses of the autonomic nervous system to stimuli, including heart rate, breathing rate, and perspiration, typically associated with emotions like fear or excitement.