Question

1. Some people believe the history of corrections shows a continuous movement toward more humane treatment of prisoners as society in general has progressed. Do you agree? Why or why not? Do you think this trend should continue? Why or why not?

2. When Americans think of punishment, they usually think first of prisons. What other ways of punishing convicted offenders might the general public find acceptable?

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Answer 1

The history of corrections has generally shown a continuous movement towards more humane treatment of prisoners as our society evolved and progressed beyond our primal roots. I agree since the treatment of prisoners in ancient times was heinous and barbaric since extreme deterrance was the only solution deemed to be viable for reducing crime.At that point, we moved towards better housing conditions for prisoners since keeping them in dungeons meant that rehabilitation was never even an option.We also created a fair justice system which granted the rights to humane treatment and due process to prisoners since prisoners rights were championed as people meant to be reintegrated back into society at some point of time as compared to simply being shunned for their actions. We should continue with this since we need to move towards completely banning solitary confinement and black site facilities since they indoctrinate prisoners and makes it nearly impossible for them to ever come back to society.

Americans only think of prisons when they think of punishment since the corporate prison lobbyists have created the narrative that offenders need to be jailed.Prisons have given rise to terrible practices like bail bondsmen and mandatory minimums which hurt the problem more than they do to solve it.House arrrest with tracking barcelets is an already accepted way to punish criminals who have committed white collar fines. Long hours of community service can also be something that can help us rehabilitate prisoners while allowing them to learn skills which give them the opportunity to reintegrate back into society better. In minor offenses, public humiliation is also something that can allow the offenders to introspect about their actions in the eyes of the public.