Critics of Deterrence Theory Maintain That

question 10

Multiple Choice

Critics of deterrence theory maintain that:

• A)human beings govern their conduct by considering potential punishment.
• B)a major purpose of criminal law is crime prevention.
• C)much human behavior is emotional, not rational.
• D)most criminal conduct is voluntary.

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Definitions:

Definiteness

A characteristic of a contract that requires its terms to be clear enough for the parties involved to understand their obligations and rights.

Reasonable Time

An amount of time that is fair and appropriate under the circumstances to perform a legal duty or obligation.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a promisor from going back on a promise when the promisee reasonably relies on that promise to their detriment.

Revocations

The act of officially cancelling or withdrawing something, such as a license, permission, or legal right.