Discuss the contributions of Beccaria and Bentham to classical criminology
What will be an ideal response?
Answer (should include points such as):
Beccaria published Essay on Crimes and Punishments.
The purpose of punishment is to deter.
Crime prevention was more important than retribution.
The trial and punishment should be swift, certain, and severe.
Bentham wrote Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation.
Punishment is severe enough to deter offenders.
Utilitarianism.
Pleasure versus pain.
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