Question

1. Do you think solitary confinement is ethical? If not, explain what makes the practice unethical. If so, explain the circumstances in which you believe solitary confinement should be used.
2. Do you think it is possible to run a private prison ethically? Why or why not?
3. Is it ethical for law enforcement officers to lie to suspects during a confession?
4. Is the death penalty ever an ethical form of punishment?
5. Do you think it's reasonable to hold law enforcement officers to a higher standard of behavior?

Answer 1

Answer:

I do not believe that in and of itself Solitary Confinement is unethical.

I believe there are circumstances where Solitary Confinement, also known as the SHU, or Special Housing Unit, is an appropriate method to protect, isolate or control inmates for various reasons.

What I believe to be unethical is the way in which the SHU is applied and administered. In many cases, prison authorities are too quick to put inmates in solitary for the wrong reasons and at times leave inmates in solitary way too long.

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