Drugs and prostitution, those shouldn't be imprisonment crimes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He argues that non-violent offenses like drug use and prostitution should not carry prison terms.
- In plain terms
- Jail should not be used for crimes that don't involve violence.
- What can you take from it?
- Criminal justice should distinguish between violent and non-violent acts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What replaces prison for these crimes?
- How is public safety ensured?
Another view
Some argue for penalties to deter all illegal behavior.
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