Specific and General Deterrence Have Two Separate Goals but Are

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Essay

Specific and general deterrence have two separate goals but are both part of the deterrence perspective. How do the two types differ and how do they each work to prevent future crime?

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Definitions:

"The End Justifies the Means"

A moral principle stating that the outcomes of actions are the only criteria for judging their merits, regardless of the moral nature of the actions themselves.

Social Interactions

The exchanges between two or more individuals, shaping relationships and social structure through communication and actions.

Mutual Influence

The effect or impact that two or more entities have on each other.

Positive Regard

The expression of acceptance and support to an individual irrespective of their actions or feelings, often considered essential in humanistic psychological approaches.