The Notion That the Punishment for Criminal Activity Should Be

question 11

Multiple Choice

The notion that the punishment for criminal activity should be proportionate to the harm that was committed is known as:

• A) retribution.
• B) deterrence.
• C) mens rea.
• D) actus reus.

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