The theory of retribution is a central tenet in Malawian sentencing jurisprudence. Courts have given expression to retribution in various ways, most conspicuously through the recognition of the principle of proportionality as the most important principle in sentencing. Retribution has permeated courts’ consideration of certain sentencing factors such as the seriousness of the offence, family obligations and public opinion. Overall, retribution rightly plays a pivotal role in Malawian sentencing jurisprudence by elevating the principle of proportionality to the most important principle in sentencing. Malawian courts have also noted that whether in pursuit of retribution or utilitarianism, the ultimate objective is to arrive at a sentence that is just and fair in relation to the crime and the offender. This also ensures that the sentence imposed does not offend the prohibition of cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment. |
Zoekresultaat: 10 artikelen
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Tijdschrift | Erasmus Law Review, Aflevering 3 2017 |
Trefwoorden | sentencing, retribution, just deserts, punishment, Malawi |
Auteurs | Esther Gumboh |
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Tijdschrift | Erasmus Law Review, Aflevering 3 2017 |
Auteurs | Kristin Henrard |
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Tijdschrift | Netherlands Journal of Legal Philosophy, Aflevering 2 2017 |
Trefwoorden | Sincerity of emotions, Guilt, Feelings, Apology, Offender |
Auteurs | Margreet Luth-Morgan |
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This paper discusses the meaning and the importance of emotions, in particular the sincere guilt feelings of the offender. It is argued that the emotion of guilt reveals important information about the offender’s values and normative position. In the remainder of the paper, special consideration is awarded to the argument concerning ritual apologies, which might contain value even when insincere. This argument is rejected, on two grounds: 1. if the apology ritual does not aim for sincere guilt feelings, then the use of the symbol of apology is not fitting; and 2. if the apology ritual does aim for sincere guilt, then an insincere apology devalues the sincere expression. |
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Tijdschrift | Netherlands Journal of Legal Philosophy, Aflevering 2 2017 |
Trefwoorden | empirical legal studies, apologies, procedural justice, humiliation, victim rights |
Auteurs | Vincent Geeraets en Wouter Veraart |
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The central question in this article is whether an empirical-legal approach of victimhood and victim rights could offer a sufficient basis for proposals of legal reform of the legal system. In this article, we choose a normative-critical approach and raise some objections to the way in which part of such research is currently taking place in the Netherlands, on the basis of two examples of research in this field, one dealing with compelled apologies as a possible remedy within civil procedural law and the other with the victim’s right to be heard within the criminal legal procedure. In both cases, we argue, the strong focus on the measurable needs of victims can lead to a relatively instrumental view of the legal system. The legal system must then increasingly be tailored to the wishes and needs of victims. Within this legal-empirical, victim-oriented approach, there is little regard for the general normative principles of our present legal system, in which an equal and respectful treatment of each human being as a free and responsible legal subject is a central value. We argue that results of empirical-legal research should not too easily or too quickly be translated into proposals for legal reform, but first become part of a hermeneutical discussion about norms and legal principles, specific to the normative quality of legal science itself. |
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Niet zulke jazzy impressies uit Japan |
Tijdschrift | PROCES, Aflevering 5 2017 |
Trefwoorden | Japan, juryrechtspraak, quasi-jurystelsel, burgerjury, slachtoffer, detentieregime, discretionaire ruimte, Japans strafrecht, Japans strafprocesrecht |
Auteurs | Lucas Noyon en Beatrijs Jue-Volker |
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This article focuses on the experiences that authors gained during a study trip to Japan. In general terms, the main features of Japanese criminal law are being observed. This system resembles the letter of Dutch criminal law, but in practice it appears to differ greatly. Among other things, attention is paid to the strong position of the prosecutor’s office, the high conviction rate, the limited contradictory nature of the criminal procedure, and the relative strong position of the victim. Subsequently, attention is given to some recent reforms, including the democratization of criminal law. Also, authors describe a visit to the Fuchu-prison. This article concludes with the question to what extent we could learn something from the Japanese practice in the Netherlands. |
Boekbespreking |
Jeugdrechtmodellen in de Belgische wet en beslissingspraktijk in jeugdstrafzaken |
Tijdschrift | Tijdschrift voor Criminologie, Aflevering 3 2017 |
Auteurs | Mr. dr. Jolande uit Beijerse |
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Criminologie van de internationale misdrijven |
Tijdschrift | Tijdschrift voor Criminologie, Aflevering 1-2 2017 |
Auteurs | Prof. dr. Alette Smeulers en Dr. mr. Joris van Wijk |
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Quasi-experimentele criminologische effectstudies met propensity score matching |
Tijdschrift | Tijdschrift voor Criminologie, Aflevering 1-2 2017 |
Trefwoorden | post hoc matching, quasi-experiment, propensity score matching, interpretation of observational data |
Auteurs | Prof. dr. Henk Elffers |
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Valid interpretation of quasi-experimental effect evaluation studies using propensity score matching is in need of a more detailed coverage of non-matched cases in both experimental and comparison group. The argument is illustrated using a number of recent Dutch criminological studies. |
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English and Welsh experience of marketisation, payment by results and justice devolution in the probation sector |
Tijdschrift | PROCES, Aflevering 2 2017 |
Trefwoorden | Transforming Rehabilitation, Payment by Results, Justice Devolution, Innovation |
Auteurs | Prof. Chris Fox |
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The UK government has embarked on an ambitious programme to reform the English and Welsh probation sector. Key to these reforms has been ‘marketisation’ involving Payment by Results. More recently the devolution of justice has become a key theme. This paper describes key reforms that have taken place since 2010 and sets out evidence for their effectiveness. Currently, the available evidence is limited, but more evidence is available from other sectors where similar models have also been used. This evidence base is discussed with particular reference to the potential for the reforms to promote innovation. |
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Buitenlandse corruptie in Nederland en de VS: een geschikte aanpak? |
Tijdschrift | Tijdschrift voor Bijzonder Strafrecht & Handhaving, Aflevering 1 2017 |
Trefwoorden | buitenlandse corruptie, buitengerechtelijke afdoening, Verenigde Staten, FCPA, handhaving |
Auteurs | Mr. J.I.P. Hofstee |
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Hoewel handhaving van de in 2001 geïntroduceerde strafbaarstelling van buitenlandse ambtelijke omkoping in eerste instantie uitbleef, hebben grensoverschrijdende corruptieschandalen inmiddels tot de hoogste schikkingen in de Nederlandse geschiedenis geleid. In deze bijdrage wordt aandacht besteed aan de overeenkomsten tussen de aanpak van buitenlandse corruptie door Nederland en de handhaving van de FCPA in de VS. Als de Nederlandse schikkingen onder de loep worden genomen, blijkt dat er niet alleen wat betreft de afdoeningsmodaliteit zelf, maar tevens ten aanzien van de voorwaarden bij de schikkingen gelijkenissen te ontdekken zijn. Anders dan in de VS zijn deze voorwaarden echter niet in het beleid van het OM terug te vinden. |