Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion

While
many
people
sometimes argue that judgment enhancements are an effective way to reduce
crime
, others argue that there are more creative ways to limit the problems. In my opinion, I think a long-term project would be more suitable. To commence with, there are those who believe that longer prison terms are better because it
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criminals
off the streets and prevents them and others from reoffending.
In other words
, when
criminals
who commit violent crimes are imprisoned for several years, they have more time to reflect on their lives and become better
people
.
Additionally
, longer sentences can serve as a deterrent to others who may be tempted to commit similar atrocities. In America,
for example
, the number of rapists has
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emphasized since they were sentenced to life imprisonment.
This
helps reduce the number of crimes.
Furthermore
, the continuation of punishment means that
society
is effectively protected.
Besides
that, if long-term sentences are imposed on
criminals
who pose a threat to
society
, peace and harmony will be brought to
society
.
This
will reduce the frequency
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heinous crimes are reported.
On the other hand
,
people
often think it would be better if the focus was on building a greater
society
rather than punishment. That's because the cost of housing prisoners long-term can be substantial, and the responsibility often falls on taxpaying citizens.
Therefore
, the government should focus on the way
criminals
serve
society
and not the other way around.
For example
, in Japan, if a person steals property, he will spend 30 days in an orphanage with foreign children who have lost everything.
This
reduces
crime
rates. Another reason is that prisons focus on punishment rather than training and rehabilitation programs. Other and better ways should be developed to educate villains and teach them with the skills, knowledge and resources to become better
people
.
This
will make
the
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society
become no
crime
. In conclusion,
people
's opinions may differ. I think it is more beneficial to detention offenders for many years as it deters more
crime
and restores
peaceful
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for
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the community
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Coherence & Cohesion
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