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Jeremy Bentham's Theory Of Deterrence

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1. prevent others from committing similar offences. Jeremy Bentham’s theory states that deterrence should be the main purpose of punishment. Since individual deterrence deals with the concept of preventing the same individual from committing another offense, an example that can be used is a DWI. Individuals who are convicted of a DWI face consequences that include jail time, loss of license, and excessive fines which ultimately may make them rethink committing this crime or any crime with similar consequences.
Because general deterrence uses one individual as an example for the rest of the population, an example that can be used is the three strike law. This law basically states that after a third serious or violent felony charge, one will
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