Compare and contrast the Positivists and the Classicalists on their views of human nature and their views of the justice system
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: [key points to be made]
*View of Human Nature (hedonistic v. malleable- treat biological/social factors
*View of Human Nature (free-willed v. deterministic)
*View of Justice System (social contract, civil rights and due process v. cure pathology)
*Form of Law (specific acts and sanctions v. social law, social harm)
*Purpose of Sentencing (deterrence v. treatment, reform)
*Criminological Experts (philosophers v. scientists)
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