Which of the following would not be a belief of a retributivist?

a. Punishing some innocent people is a price of general deterrence.
b. Offenders are paying a debt to society.
c. Offenders have taken unfair advantage of others.
d. Punishment is a censure of offenders.


Ans: A

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