What is the term for removing offenders from society to prevent them from committing further crimes, usually through incarceration?

What is the term for removing offenders from society to prevent them from committing further crimes, usually through incarceration?

• A. Deterrence
• B. Incapacitation
• C. Retribution
• D. Restoration

Answer: (B)

Incapacitation is the term for removing offenders from society to prevent them from committing further crimes, usually through incarceration. The core idea is to physically restrict the offender's freedom so they cannot commit offenses while confined, thereby protecting the public during the period of confinement. Deterrence relies on the fear of punishment to discourage crime, rather than removing the offender from society. Retribution focuses on punishing because the person deserves it, not primarily to prevent future crimes. Restoration aims to repair harm and reintegrate the offender into the community, rather than confinement.

Incapacitation is the term for removing offenders from society to prevent them from committing further crimes, usually through incarceration. The core idea is to physically restrict the offender's freedom so they cannot commit offenses while confined, thereby protecting the public during the period of confinement. Deterrence relies on the fear of punishment to discourage crime, rather than removing the offender from society. Retribution focuses on punishing because the person deserves it, not primarily to prevent future crimes. Restoration aims to repair harm and reintegrate the offender into the community, rather than confinement.