Asked by robert jones on Sep 25, 2024

During which decade did criminologists reconsider the idea of retribution and advance new formations beyond the general thought of retribution as vengeance?

A) 1950s
B) 1960s
C) 1970s
D) 1980s

Retribution

A principle of justice where offenders are punished with the intent of providing a proportionate response to the offense committed.

1970s

The decade spanning from 1970 to 1979, characterized by significant political, social, and cultural change.

Criminologists

are researchers and scholars who study crime, its causes, effects, and social impact, focusing on how to prevent criminal behavior and improve the justice system.

  • Acquire knowledge on the historical growth and development of punishment theories, with special emphasis on retribution and deterrence.