Courts Have Used All of the Following in Assessing Whether

question 21

Multiple Choice

Courts have used all of the following in assessing whether punishment is cruel and unusual, except:

• A) whether it shocks the general conscience of a civilized society.
• B) whether it is viewed negatively by a majority of society.
• C) whether it is unnecessarily cruel.
• D) whether it goes beyond legitimate penal aims.

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Definitions:

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by pervasive instability in moods, self-image, behavior, and relationships.

BPD

Borderline Personality Disorder, a mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships.

Theoretical Approach

A method or strategy derived from a theory to understand a concept, phenomenon, or problem.

Depression

A condition of mental health involving prolonged periods of downheartedness or a lack of enthusiasm in tasks, causing crucial hindrances in daily operations.