Denzil, a 23-year-old male, was apprehended for jaywalking in Toronto. Jaywalking had become a serious problem in Toronto and many pedestrians were experiencing harm; a new mandatory five-year prison term had been implemented for the offence. This is an example of a violation of the principle of proportionality. Which policy has the doctrine of proportionality as an essential factor?

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The justice model emphasizes fairness and proportionality in sentencing, ensuring that the punishment fits the crime. A five-year prison term for jaywalking is disproportionate, violating this principle.

Denzil, a 23-Year-Old Male, Was Apprehended for Jaywalking in Toronto