.The death penalty has long been one of the most controversial aspects of the justice system. It is known that executions may actually increase the likelihood of murders being committed, rather than deterring new murders. This increase is a consequence referred to as:

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.The death penalty has long been one of the most controversial aspects of the justice system.  It is known that executions may actually increase the likelihood of murders being committed, rather than deterring new murders. This increase is a consequence referred to as:

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The "brutalization effect" refers to the phenomenon where the use of the death penalty may lead to an increase in violent crime, as it can desensitize people to violence and diminish the perceived value of human life.

The Death Penalty Has Long Been One of the Most