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MSD · 07-02-2011, 03:17 PM

Except that harsher sentences have zero deterrent value and tend to increase recidivism rates,and for juvenile offenders harsh sentences increase recidivism rates. Your argument has no basis in reality if your intent is to reduce crime rates.

07-02-2011, 03:17 PM	#42 (permalink)
MSD The sky calls to us ... Super Moderator Location: CT	Except that harsher sentences have zero deterrent value and tend to increase recidivism rates,and for juvenile offenders harsh sentences increase recidivism rates. Your argument has no basis in reality if your intent is to reduce crime rates.