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Some people argue that harsh punishments (capital punishment, life sentences, or

ancient punishments like cutting off a hand for stealing) for criminals will reduce crime
rates. Do you think that harsh punishments reduce crime? Why or why not?

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Answer:

No I do not.

Step-by-step explanation:

It seems as in harsher crimes more people go crazy, people rebel. Yes it may keep them off the streets but doesn't prevent everyone's bad decisions.

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