Retributive Justice
/ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːtɪv ˈdʒʌstɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A theory of justice positing that punishment should be proportionate to the wrongdoing and deserved by the offender.
Retributive justice emphasizes that criminals deserve punishment commensurate with their offenses.
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Commentary
Retributive justice focuses on moral culpability and proportionality rather than future outcomes or rehabilitation.
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