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.

In modern-day societies, crime is prevalent and discussions regarding sentences are debatable. Some

people

argue that having fixed punishments for different types of offences is the most appropriate solution to tackle

this

issue, whereas others claim that a variety of factors that drive a person to commit a crime, namely motives and circumstances, should be considered before the final decision.

This

essay will examine both opinions in detail.

First

of all, if certain sentences are existing, it is possible that the legal system will operate more quickly, and accurately and that the percentage of crime rate will be declined.

For instance

, many

people

who violate the

law

, especially those who commit minor offences, believe that if they get caught, they will find a way to earn a lenient sentence, by convincing the judge and the jury of their innocence.

However

, if these

people

knew that, no matter how persuasive they or their solicitors are, the verdict will be fixed,

then

it is likely that they would be more willing to adhere to the

law

. While the above argument may be accurate, there is a plethora of citizens who do not share

this

opinion. They strongly believe that the only way to achieve impartial justice and respect the

law

is to examine each case separately. Committing a violation is complex because it depends on the person who commits it, his or her psychology and background and

moreover

, on the conditions that lead the person to break the

law

.

For example

, some

people

commit murder on purpose but others

unpremeditated

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, mainly to defend themselves. If a system with fixed verdicts was existing,

then

both would be found guilty and would have to serve the same sentence, and it is obvious that a system like that would be unfair. In conclusion, finding the most efficient way to tackle offenders has different possible solutions. While some are in favour of enforcing fixed punishments for each type of violation, others support strongly that each case is unique and needs to be judged differently and

this

essay discussed some of the arguments.