Wendy Cummings is a 34-year-old black female who kills both her children by strangulation after reporting that she heard voices saying the devil made her do it. She does not have a history of psychiatric disorders. When the officers arrest her, she states that she will kill every one of them as well.
Since Wendy will be placed away from society she will no longer be able to commit additional crimes, which is an example of:
a. general deterrence.b. specific deterrence.c. incapacitation.d. protective incapacitation.e. retribution.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: c
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