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It is a matter of opinion and one that many people feel strongly about. Is the taking of a life because of a crime morally justifiable?

Punishments are meant to serve a number of purposes:

Deterrent - Killing someone certainly sends a message to others that it isn't a good idea to do that crime.

Punishment (Quest for revenge) - Certainly does get revenge.

Rehabilitation - Nope, doesn't rehabilitate the criminal. There are many that feel you can never truly rehabilitate a criminal, they are bad and will always be bad.

Protect Society - Certainly does prevent that criminal from ever committing that crime, or any crime, again.

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Is the deah penalty right?

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Is the death penalty right?

no


What is the importance of the death penalty to the law?

The importance is that the death of the convicted person could be wrong, and affects the court by making sure that they have the right person.Another View: (in the US) The majority of the citizens of 39 jurisdictions apparently are not in agreement with the first contributor.Defendants who receive the death penalty are not recidivists - they never re-offend.


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Why death penalty is wrong?

This is considered a loaded question. You are making an unjustified assumption.


What do you think of death penalty?

I think it is wrong for several reasons...1. it is taking away a life2. it costs money for the government3. they dont always have the right guy


Should violent criminals be eligible for the death penalty?

in my opinion: No. Violence is wrong but killing is worse. One saying that supports this: "Two Wrongs Dont Make A Right."


Should the death penalty be mandatory for all first degree murders convictions?

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Is the death penalty a clear violation of the right to life?

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What do you prefer death penalty or life imprisonment?

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