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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