Assignment:
Briefly discuss why 1 theory is more convincing than the others.
Hint: The broad philosophies of punishment you should consider are (1) based on your notion of the appropriate purposes of corrections and (2) the appropriate means for accomplishing those purposes. You should consider concepts such as retribution, deterrence, incapacitation, rehabilitation, vengeance, etc. Also, illustrate the implementation of the methods used in the justice model, medical model, and custodial model.