Asked by Stacey Barrios on Sep 27, 2024

According to the deterrence doctrine,all of the following would help reduce the rate of crime,EXCEPT for making punishment

A) more certain.
B) more swift.
C) more general.
D) more severe.

Deterrence Doctrine

A strategy in international relations and criminal justice aiming to prevent undesirable actions by fear of punishment, often used in the context of nuclear strategy and criminal law.

Rate of Crime

The frequency or number of criminal acts within a specific time frame or geographical area.

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