Punishment and Sentencing : A Rational Approach (Paperback)

Preface Table of Cases Table of Statutes Table of International Instruments Part A 1. Introduction 2. Sentencing Law Overview- The Road to Nowhere Part B 3. Theories of Punishment and the Current State of the Debate 4. The Errors of Retributivism 5. In Defence of a Utilitarian Theory of Punishment: Punishing the Innocent and the Compatibility of Utilitarianism and Rights 6. Incapacitation, Deterrence and Rehabilitation: Flawed Ideals or Appropriate Sentencing Goals? Parts C 7. Proportionality in Sentencing: Its Jurisdiction Meaning and Role 8. Suspended Sentences and Preventive Sentences: Illusory Evils and Disproportionate Punishments 9. New Criminal Sanctions- Inflicting Pain through the Denial of Employment and Education 10. Double Punishment and Punishing Character- The Unfairness of Prior Convictions 11. Consistency and Fairness in Sentencing- The Splendour of Fixed Penalties 12. Conclusion Bibliography Index