Case 1-1
During the sentencing phase in his courtroom, Judge Jones gives a little speech to all the defendants who are found guilty of a crime. He does this to explain to the defendants the goals and the philosophy of punishment.
-Jane is being sentenced for the crime of vehicular manslaughter. She got into a car accident one morning while she was texting her boyfriend and driving on her way to work. The judge wants to use Jane as an example that texting while driving is very dangerous. He sentences her to five years in prison hoping that others will be discouraged from also texting while driving. The goal of Jane's punishment is:

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The goal of Jane's punishment is deterrence, as the judge hopes that her sentence will discourage others from also texting while driving.

Case 1-1 During the Sentencing Phase in His Courtroom, Judge Jones Gives