The severity of penalties has been a highly discussed topic since centuries. It is thought by many people that criminals done the same actions should be punished equally without taking into consideration their motives or other relative circumstances. However, it is suggested by the others that the motive behind each individual carrying out wrongful action, their situation and condition should be considered when giving punishment. In my opinion, even though fixed penalties may seem to have contributed to the encouragement of equality, regarding each individual's own condition when punishing the unlawful behaviour provides more just environment.