QUESTION 1: Describe the principle of incapacitation. Explain the differences between collective and selective incapacitation.
QUESTION 2: Stanley Cohen coined terms such as ‘dispersal of discipline’ and ‘net widening’. Whose work did Cohen build upon? Describe and apply what Cohen meant by ‘dispersal of discipline’ and ‘net widening’.
QUESTION 3: Discuss how Durkheim and Marxist theorists differ in their views of punishment and sentencing practices.
QUESTION 4: In Queensland, individuals can get an on-the-spot fine of $1,378 for breaching COVID restrictions. Define three different penological principles and explain how each can justify this punishment.
QUESTION 5: Identify the author associated with the idea of “risk society”. Explain what is meant by “risk society”, including specific reference to punishment/sentencing practices.