Alex was recently found guilty of first-degree murder. Based upon state law, the judge was forced to use a system/guideline to determine the sentence that he was to receive. Alex was sentenced to 25 years in prison. He will spend his time in a prison approximately 25 miles from his home. Alex is thankful for this sentence because it was a death penalty case.
-Alex will be incarcerated for a period of 25 years.Which goal of punishment does his sentence meet for the general public?

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Alex was recently found guilty of first-degree murder. Based upon state law, the judge was forced to use a system/guideline to determine the sentence that he was to receive. Alex was sentenced to 25 years in prison. He will spend his time in a prison approximately 25 miles from his home. Alex is thankful for this sentence because it was a death penalty case.
-Alex will be incarcerated for a period of 25 years.Which goal of punishment does his sentence meet for the general public?

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Alex's sentence meets the goal of general deterrence for the general public, as his punishment serves as a warning to others that such actions will not be tolerated and will result in severe consequences.

Alex Was Recently Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder