Specific deterrence suggests that criminal sanctions should be so powerful that known criminals will never repeat their criminal acts. What do we know about harsh (powerful) sanctions and deterrence?

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Studies have shown that experiencing harsh sanctions can result in severe psychological problems, increase the likelihood of being labeled a criminal and being locked into a criminal career, and may even result in defiance of authority instead of deterrence. Therefore, all of these options are known about harsh sanctions.

Specific Deterrence Suggests That Criminal Sanctions Should Be So Powerful