SAT

Isiah Davidson

4 August, 01:37

Harry is mentally ill. He lost control and attacked a passerby with an iron rod. The police arrested him and charged him with assault. Which argument supported by the classical theory will result in punishment irrespective of his mental condition?

A.

Punishment should be severe.

B.

Punishment should be executed irrespective of the circumstances.

C.

Punishment should be executed depending on the circumstances in which the crime occurred.

D.

Punishment should minimize pain.

E.

Punishment should be swift.