- Identify and discuss the similarities and differences between general deterrence and specific deterrence.
- Using the resources and materials provided this week in class, discuss a criminal case that best explains each theory.
- Provide your opinion on whether you believe these theories work at preventing future crimes.
Discussion
Permanence (persistence) and uniqueness are the basis of fingerprint identification. Read the article “Nature Never Repeats Itself. Indicate how this statement relates to fingerprint identification and whether you believe this to be true, or not.