Cesare Beccaria Had Substantial Influence Over the Fields of Criminology

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Essay

Cesare Beccaria had substantial influence over the fields of criminology and law. Describe Beccaria's influence over the development of the criminal justice system in the United States. Explain how Beccaria's influence has been maintained for over 200 years and its sustaining relevance.

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