Judicial Corporal Punishment as an Alternative to Incarceration in the United States
Lessons Learned from Islamic Criminal Justice Systems
Judicial Corporal Punishment as an Alternative to Incarceration in the United States
Lessons Learned from Islamic Criminal Justice Systems
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Sanaz Alasti leaves the mainstream alternatives to incarceration to examine a different, seemingly archaic approach, physical (but non-carceral) punishment—corporal punishment. This book ignites debates about the history, persistence, and use of corporal punishment in criminal justice systems.
Alasti compares penological practices in in Western societies, represented by the United States, and Islamic societies, represented by Iran, to analyze which practices are more deterrent, less costly, and most humane. While Alasti does not suggest this should be the norm, she does present intriguing questions. Which is more barbaric? Is judicial corporal punishment a more humane and effective form of punishment compared to incarceration? Is corporal punishment a less cruel alternative to spending years behind bars in primitive and punitive jails and prisons? This book would be of interest to those studying criminology, criminal justice, history, law, and sociology.
Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter 1: Definition and History of Corporal Punishment
Chapter 2: Incarceration v. Corporal Punishment
Chapter 3: Penological Objectives and Advantages of Corporal Punishment
Chapter 4: From Different Method to International Restrictions
Chapter 5: Contemporary Use of Corporal Punishments
Chapter 6: Corporal Punishment and Human Rights
Conclusion
Appendix: Table of Cases
Glossary
Bibliography
About the Author
Product details
| Published | Jul 31 2023 |
|---|---|
| Format | Hardback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 158 |
| ISBN | 9781666930290 |
| Imprint | Lexington Books |
| Illustrations | 4 b/w photos; 5 tables; 11 textboxes; |
| Dimensions | 9 x 6 inches |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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