Some people believe that there should be fixed punishments for each type of crime. Others think that the circumstances of a crime, and the reason for committing it should be considered when deciding on the punishment. Discuss both views.

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Criminals should never be set free, having said that, I do believe a deep investigation should be done prior to any conclusion. As we are aware, that mostly, the crimes are committed
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mere self defense
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the mere self defence
mere self defence
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this
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needs to be proven with proper evidences. To embark on, if fixed punishments are given for similar
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crimes, then
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, you may be barking at the wrong tree, as we don't know the reason behind the act.
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, if there was a murder in a street by a woman, the court sentenced her the mentioned punishment for the crime. Later, after a thorough check, the cops find out that, she killed the man
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self defence, as he was attacking her daughter and her. In
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situation, the decision of the judge has to be in her favour,
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of the former one.
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, if any outrageous act is done with a bad
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intention, then
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they need to pay an
equavalent
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equivalent
penality
the act of punishing
penalty
. Apparently, if the citizens are well-versed with the repercussions mentioned
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most likely, the crime rate may decrease, as they know they cannot be proved innocent in any circumstances by the jury. The fear of not coming clean after a wrong doing, may cease
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acitivites
any specific behavior
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may have an impact on the people who are unknowingly involved in it, but the overall society will be impacted positively. In a nutshell, both scenarios have their pros and cons. As the criminal mind can take advantage of the law according to their
convienence
the state of being suitable or opportune
convenience
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, the authority should be vigilant in inspecting every case.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Deterrent
  • Judicial process
  • Deliberating
  • Consistent
  • Humane
  • Intent
  • Background
  • Personal circumstances
  • Severity
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sentencing
  • Recidivism
  • Public perception
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