Some people feel that there should be a fixed punishment for each type of crime. Others feel that the circumstances of an offence should be taken into account when deciding on a punishment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is indisputable that people must be punished for the crimes they perpetrated. Some assume that each case should have a fixed sentence, while others hold the view that each defendant’s background and particular circumstances are to be considered. Both sides of this argument will be analysed before a reasoned conclusion is drawn. Over the […]