This is generally a euphemism for the theory of "an eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth."
The idea is that the punishment must fit the crime. If the punishment is too gentle (a scolding for beating someone up) then people will commit the crime without being concerned about the punishment. If the punishment is too harsh (death for walking on the grass) then magistrates will be reluctant to convict and impose the sentance.
It seems quite unjust to review our decision by taking into account evidence previously excluded.
Everyone who commits a crime is not punished.The system is set up to be used as a deterrent to hopefullystop the criminal behavior in society from running a muck.There are also a statute of limitations to keep others frommaking false claims for personal reasons or gratification.Unfortunately professional criminals know all too well theins and outs of the system.And vendettas are designed to use the law to the criminalsadvantage.If crime had no punishment we would all be ateach others throats and all be named CAINE and ABLE.
A discretionary sentence is a type of sentence imposed by a judge within a specified range, allowing the judge the flexibility to consider various factors and circumstances surrounding the case before determining the final sentence. This type of sentence gives judges the discretion to tailor the punishment to fit the individual circumstances of the case.
Imposing heavier fines on the rich can be seen as fair due to the principle of proportionality, where the punishment should fit the crime and the individual's ability to pay. Wealthier individuals may be better able to absorb the financial impact of a higher fine compared to those with lower incomes. This approach aims to discourage behaviors that are harmful or illegal, regardless of an individual's financial situation.
"Let the punishment fit the crime."
Yes, the punishment should fit the crime to ensure fairness, proportionality, and justice. Matching the severity of punishment to the seriousness of the offense helps to maintain trust in the legal system and promote deterrence.
the 8th amendment
The biggest weakness in the justice system is; the punishment doesn't fit the crime.
Cesare Beccaria
It depends on what said child did, does the punishment fit the crime?
They should be punished. The severity of the punishment however needs to fit the crime that took place.
If it is proven that you lied, you can be held in contempt of court. It would then be at the judge's discretion to assess punishment, which could include being fined, time in jail, or both. I would guess that the severity of punishment would "fit the crime, " in other words, depending on what impact your lie had on the outcome of the original matter.
Up until the early 20th century horse thieves were hung. It seems like a very harsh punishment for the crime but it actually makes some sense. People depended on their horses for many things. At times a person's livelyhood and occationally their very lives depended on having a horse. For the time, the punishment fit the crime.
Let the Punishment Fit the Child - 1997 was released on: USA: 1 December 1997
The notion that criminal offenders deserve the punishment they receive at the hands of the law and that punishments should be appropriate to the type and severity of crime committed (Criminology Today An Integrative Introduction, 5th Edition, Schmalleger) (Chapter 4, Part 2, page 146)
The Romans followed the "eye for an eye" in delivering verdicts. They followed a course of strict restitution an tried to make the punishment fit the crime as much as possible. For example, the crime of arson was punishable by death. The convicted criminal was put in a tarred tunic, tied to a stake or a cross and set on fire. Nero did this to the Christians who were convicted of arson and he was dissed for following the law.