Assume that the penalty for drunk driving is a one-month driving ban and a fine of $500. Statistics show that accidents caused d
ue to drunk driving have been on the rise over the years. In fact, they doubled in number from the previous year to the current year. Which legislation would you introduce to address this problem if you believed in the classical theory of criminology? A. Establish rehabilitation and reform programs for people convicted of drunk driving.
B. Implement tougher laws by extending the driving ban as well as increasing the fine amount.
C. Reprimand the police for not doing their jobs.
D. Suspend police officials because they can’t prevent crime.
I'd say more likely B. As i've gotten older i've realized the sad truth that a lot of people don't learn from their mistakes. And even if cops were perfect there will still be those few people who decide not to listen.
B. Implement tougher laws by extending the driving ban as well as increasing the fine amount.
Explanation:
The classical theory of criminal justice states that people have free will, and that they are rational beings. These two factors indicate that when people commit a crime, they do so while understandings the consequences of their acts. Therefore, the only way to deter them from this behaviour is to raise the fines and make punishments harsher. Therefore, a person who believes in the classical theory of criminal justice would most likely chose option B.
