Specific deterrence occurs when an offender is caught and punished, and the rest of us do not break the law because we saw what happened to the offender and understand that the same consequences would befall us if we were caught breaking the law.

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Specific deterrence refers to the effect of punishment on the individual offender, aiming to prevent them from committing future crimes. The scenario described pertains to general deterrence, which aims to discourage the general population from committing crimes by making an example of specific offenders.

Specific Deterrence Occurs When an Offender Is Caught and Punished