Assignment:
The U.S. correctional system can serve two specific functions in relation to criminal offenders. First, it can serve as a tool for punishing the offender and making the offender pay for his or her crimes. Second, it can serve as a means to rehabilitating the offender and preparing him or her for successful reentry into society.
Create a 700-1,050-word essay answering the following questions:
How does the correctional system punish offenders?
How does the correctional system rehabilitate offenders?
Which method is more effective in reducing crime?
Punishment or rehabilitation?
Your paper must follow this format:
Page 1 - Cover page
Pages 2, 3, and 4 - Body of text
Page 5 - Reference page
Explain your choice.
Include a title and reference page.