Which of the Following Objections to Criminal Punishment Might Be

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following objections to criminal punishment might be raised by a Kantian ethical framework?

• A)Incapacitation amounts to using offenders to benefit the community
• B)Rehabilitation fails to respect offenders' autonomy by not allowing them to decide for themselves what kind of people they wish to be
• C)Deterrence is akin to treating offenders like dogs rather than respecting their freedom and rationality
• D)All of the above

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety or uncomfortable emotions and thoughts.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism in psychology, where controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation.

Justifies Act

A rationale or reason given for taking a specific action, often framed in moral, logical, or practical terms.

Compromise Mechanism

A psychological strategy where conflicting demands are met by finding a middle ground or mutual concession, thus reducing internal tension.