What if prisons aren’t working?
When you’re learning about a news story it’s important to be able to think about why people might have a different opinion to you.
Look at the opinions below:
“If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”
“A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
“If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.”
Choose one of the opinions and answer the questions:
- Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
- Who might think the opposite to what you think about this? What reasons might they have?
Then, see if you can add to any other students’ ideas by replying to their comments.
Comments (371)
I have developed a balanced perspective on the statement “If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I agree with this statement as prisons can be inhumane as they subject prisoners to harsh and degrading conditions, such as overcrowding, violence, abuse, isolation, and lack of health care and education. These conditions violate the human rights and dignity of prisoners and may cause physical and mental harm affecting the society more if they are released so it is better, they are let go or put under more humane conditions. Moreso, prisons are ineffective and do not perform the functions they are meant to. They do not address the root causes of crime, such as poverty, inequality, trauma, or addiction. They do not provide adequate rehabilitation or reintegration programs for prisoners, which may increase the risk of recidivism (re-offending) after release. They also do not prevent crime, as there is no clear evidence that harsher sentences or more prisons deter potential offenders, so in my perspective they can unsuccessful. Furthermore, I believe prisons are expensive as they consume a large number of public resources that could be better spent on other social services, such as education, health care, or welfare. They also impose economic and social costs on prisoners, their families, and their communities, such as loss of income, stigma, or discrimination.
However, I disagree with the statement that a prison is bad as prison are necessary because they protect society from dangerous and violent offenders, who may pose a threat to public safety and order. They also isolate and incapacitate offenders, who may otherwise continue to commit crimes while free. They also serve as a form of retribution, or justice, for the victims and their families, who may demand accountability and closure.
In conclusion, I have developed a balanced perspective on this statement ' if a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go'. I agree with this statement to an extent as prisons can be inhumane, ineffective and can cause more harm than good to society. However, I also disagree with this statement to an extent, as prisons are necessary to protect society from dangerous and violent offenders and can serve a form of retribution. Therefore, I believe that the solution is not to simply let prisoners go, but to reform the prison system and make it more humane, affordable and effective.
A well-reasoned response. Can you say why someone might think differently to you?
Most people may not agree with me for different reasons. I believe some people might not think prisons are expensive, but rather a worthwhile investment for society and most might argue that prisons rather save money by preventing future crimes and reducing the social cost of crime e.g. insecurity. They might also claim that prisons generate revenue by employing staff, contracting services, or producing goods, depending on the economic model of the prison system.
In contrast to my earlier point, majority of people think prison reform is not the solution, but rather a waste of time and resources. They might argue that prison reform is ineffective and does not address the underlying causes of crime, such as corruption. Also, prison reform can be dangerous and could lead to more crime and violence, by releasing offenders who are not ready or willing to reintegrate into society.
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Someone might think different from me because people are different . Our dicision are based on complex relationship builton our memory and experience . Even if it is two people that had the same dicision . It is impossible to have the same memory
I agree because... Sometimes, Eden door we are all different in our own unique ways, we can still end up doing the same things and remembering the same stuff. Think about when we vote for the president. People from all over the country, with different backgrounds, go and pick who they want to become the president. But in the end, we all agree on who should be the president.
it is like when we all decide on what game to play at our free time. Some of us might like football, while others prefer tag. But when we all agree on playing football, that is when we can play it and agree on the same thing, it is the same with choosing a president-we might have different ideas, on different candidates, but we come together to make one big decision.
So, even though we are unique,you can still have moment where we all think I like and make the same choices.
And that is pretty amazing!
I strongly agree with you happy squid because of the equipoise view points. The essence of the place of confinements is to correct the yardbirds and the convicts on what they have done.The option B which says that a bad prison can make crimes worst has made many prisoners more worst than what they used to be. But I will say that a prison is a correction institution where convicts are corrected, so the inmates are to remain there so that they can be corrected.
I solidly agree with happy squid's impression because, “If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go. in most of the prisons in my country, the prison's guards can be inhumane so as they take the prisoners as an instrument to train their selfs. Some of the prisoners always bully the prisoners and can cause illness to some of the people that cannot bear the pain. Prisoners are supposed to be reformed than punishing them badly. prisoners are supposed to be trained, teach how to become a good citizens so that they will be a better person in life.
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I strongly disagree with you because the punishment given to prisoners are one of the purposes of prison and perhaps prisoners are paying for their crime. If prisoners are not punished there is every possibility that prisoners would not repent from their crimes. In the aspect of violence and abuse of prisoners, you can not tell me that in every prison around the world the prisoners are being maltreated like in Fito's prison if there was violence and abuse he would not have escaped rather there was comfort.
I disagree because prisoners are not ment to be set free if they are able to escape is just making them more prone to do more crimes from where ever they have stopped. For example, if a bird is being left without being feed because of the wrong deeds it has done and as added punishment being caged and later being set free by it self it is prone for it to do more harm than before. Like now Fito has escaped, the state of Ecuador is under crisis which they have to be kept safe for their lives because actually I know that before that time Ecuador had their freedom to do anything when ever they want, but now they are under crisis because the prisoner has been set free which put fear under the people so, if prisoners are able to escape form prison it should not give a credit for the other prisoners to be set free or ever the person to be free. Thanks.
I think this comment is very good and I do strongly agree with you but I wonder how they could reform it like how they can make the prison system more humane, affordable and effective, just give some ideas of how to make it more how you believe it should be.
I disagree because a prison's purpose is to punish prisoners for their illegal actions, so if you make prisons a luxury then it is no longer a punishment but perhaps a reward.
However then they shouldn't be super harsh or have extremely bad conditions as this is inhumane. I think it is important to find a balance between a prisoner being comfortable and them serving their punishment. Whether it be just above the minimum, as long as prisoners are healthy they don't necessarily need to be happy all of the time while they are in prison.
As long as a prisoner realises what they have done wrong by the end of their prison sentence then the prison has succeeded in their role.
I agree whit this this is the whole point of prison to punish and discipline people who are a threat to humanity or have done something bad and i also agree you cant make it a luxury either or else it wont be a punishment for people.
i also agree with your other point about how you cant be to harsh for the sake of people and needing to find a good balance between luxury but also making sure people server there punishment.
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I strongly disagree with you because as bad as a prison is it's not supposed to release any prisoner, if they release the prisoner he will create more chaos in the city. I think the best opinion is "a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better" This is the best one among all the opinions to me this opinion is the best.
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I agree because... No prisoner should be let go no matter what till they have been reshaped and learned their mistake but if they let them go more havic and trouble will occur because all that time in a prison sell will enrage them and they will let that anger on people and that can be very dangerous to let them go.
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I agree because, if prisons release prisoners if not that prison will not be considered that prison a good one.
People seem to make negative impact when the prisoners escape, but when the prisoners do not escape, we consider the prisons very good. No matter how many people escape we should always remember that the prisons help us in our daily life.
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I agree because if a prison is bad and the prisoners are exposed to crimes rather than punisment they will think the prison gaurds are training them more even training the prisoners and the prisoners will call it a free place.
I agree prisons can be inhumane but they still need to stop prisoners for doing crimes. I suggest people should be hired to talk to these prisoners and ask them why they did that. Or maybe we could think something better than prisons. Or as you said make them more humane instead of the harsh treatment prisoners nowadays receive. The world nowadays is very harsh which needs to change so wars don't break out every few years.
Statement B, 'A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better'.
Personally, I agree with this statement very much. I believe that, quite easily, a bad prison could make crime worse. First of all, if a prison were 'bad' for its treatment of the prisoners, many of the prisoners would want to retaliate, even though they were the ones that got themselves into prison in the first place. This could cause chaos within prisons, making prisoners possibly do something that may cause them to stay in prison for longer. On the other hand, this could cause protests in major cities if the public were to find out about this, which could land more people in trouble. In addition to this, prisons may be 'bad' for their lack of security. A lack of security could make crime worse as criminals may believe that they can do whatever they like due to them being able to easily escape from prison. This would result in more and possibly worse crimes being committed.
I'm not quite sure, in particular, who would disagree with me. However, it would probably be other members of the public as they may believe that a 'bad' prison may make prisoners weary and not wanting to return back there, so they may give up their criminal activities due to this.
I agree with B, if prisons are not working them make then prisons need to be harsher as people need to think about what they have done and reflect. First and foremost, prison is a form of punishment and depriving criminals of their freedom makes society safer. Prison acts as a deterrent so offenders are locked up due to the violent nature of their crimes to stop others from doing the same. Giving a prison sentence for committing a crime is an example of positive punishment. The prison sentence will make is less likely that the convict will commit the crime again.
But looking from another perscetive, the excessive use of pre-trial detention, and the use of prison for minor, petty offences, are critical drivers of prison population rates. Overcrowding, as well as related problems such as lack of privacy, can also cause or exacerbate mental health problems, and increase rates of violence and self-harm. Some people are usually wrongly accused of a crime that they didn't do, if prisons harsher than it will ruin a wrongly accused person's life. Many prisoners have mental health problems. All these factors and others make the current cohort of prisoners extremely challenging.
In Pre-school, if you do something wrong than you sit out, and think about, reflect what you have done, not causing any more harm to your friends. In the adult world, we have prisons in which case do the same job what children in pre-school do when they misbehave . The system should be affective and simple, if you misbehave you are told off, reflected on your actions, not causing anymore harm, and knowing if you do that action again there is a low chance of the cycle repeating. So no, I think some prisons should be harsher than others, depending what criminal offence you have caused.
Point A, states that “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”
I disagree with that because it would be a bad idea to let bad people go because it's important to consider the safety of the community. Prisons are designed to keep society safe by separating those who have committed crimes.
Overall, addressing and improving the conditions in prisons is essential to ensure the safety of society, promote justice, and provide opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration. Simply releasing prisoners without consideration can have significant negative consequences.
I agree because the prison should never let go of a prisoner . Its for the societies safety but also for the future generation who might think the other way and think that if we do some sort of crime they are going to prison us but still we can escape easily. Every one should be scarred of doing crime . It should never be an inspiration .
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I agree because the prison is supposed to change the attitude and behavior of people. No matter how bad the prison is prisoners should not be freed unless they have spent the required amount of time in the prison because if prisoners are freed people in the country would be free to commit crime because they know that no matter what they do the would not go to prison .The life of citizens would also be endangered if prisoners are not kept in prison for the wrong the have done and there would also be chaos in a place where prisoners are not kept in the prison.
I strongly agree with you because if prisoners are just allowed to go scot free, it would destroy both the society and the prisoner. I say this because those bad morals which the prisoner learnt can destroy himself and the society at large because if he or she is let out he or she can teach others in the society such bad morals and characters which can cause severe problems
I totally agree with you that stake of society is endangered when all the criminals are left to go scot free. because the criminals could influence other people who are slowly turning to the life of crime this can also affect people mentally or cause trauma because a person was affected by a criminal that escaped
You are right about that. We have no idea how much destruction a simple prisoner can cause, but I don't think they will have the guts to do so as it might lead them to the police. But we should not forget that the prisoners are humans too and the prisons should be well maintained. No matter how dangerous a criminal is, we should not forget our humanity.
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I think you're correct in your assessment. We can't underestimate the potential havoc a single prisoner can wreak, but I doubt they'd risk it knowing it could lead them to law enforcement. Nonetheless, it's vital to ensure proper upkeep of prisons and remember that even the most dangerous criminals are human beings. We should uphold our humanity, but I also believe that due to one small crime, court cases take place, wasting valuable time during which many significant crimes occur. The government should urgently prioritize clearing small crimes and addressing dangerous ones first.
I confidently agree with you because if we let the prisoners go without making them change or regretting their actions we will end up with a bad society were criminals work freely without. No matter how bad or corrupted a prison is we shouldn't let prisoners work freely around people. We should rather implement rehabilitation programs: focus on providing prisoners with education,vocational training,and therapy to help them acquire new skills and improve their chances of successful reintegration into society.
Provide opportunities for prisoners to engage in meaningful work, such as community service or vocational training, to develop a sense of purpose and responsibility.
One point of prisons is reformation. This is to successfully shape criminals in a perfect way for them to fit into society. Letting them go does not correct their bad behaviour, it only gives them free will to commit more crimes. In preference and highly suggested, it is better to send them to tougher prisons with harder corrective measures.
I would like to support your comment, original robin. Prisons weren't made to destroy a prisoner's mental stability rather they were designed to reshape them and make them better citizens, so that they can contribute to the society and make it a better place to live in.
i strongly agree with you on the saying Prisons weren't made to destroy a prisoner's mental stability.The historical and philosophical perspectives on the purpose of prisons have varied over time and across different societies. While it's true that some proponents argue that prisons are designed to rehabilitate individuals and reintegrate them into society as law-abiding citizens, the actual effectiveness of this goal has been a subject of debate.
In theory, the idea of rehabilitation is rooted in the belief that individuals who have committed crimes can be reformed through education, vocational training, therapy, and other programs offered within the prison system. The goal is to address the root causes of criminal behavior and provide individuals with the skills and mindset necessary to lead lawful lives upon release.
However, in practice, there are numerous challenges and criticisms associated with the modern prison system. Issues such as overcrowding, inadequate resources, and a focus on punitive measures rather than rehabilitation have led to concerns about the actual effectiveness of prisons in achieving their intended goals. Additionally, there are instances where the prison environment itself may contribute to mental health issues and hinder the rehabilitation process.
I agree the prison is not supposed to make prisoners feel bad or guilty it is supposed to make them aware of the fact that what they did is not acceptable in the society and also shape them into better citizens. Letting prisoners out of jail is not a way of correcting them it just makes the prisoners comfortable in doing what is wrong because the know that the would not get punished. Those that commit crime should be sent to prison so that the come out of the prison the would be more productive and contribute more to the society.
I agree with this comment, because if we do not let the prisoners face themselves and know that they were in the wrong and that they can still change, they will think that all they are capable of is doing wrong. This will end up causing chaos around the world and they will feel better creating crimes than preventing them. I've seen that it is possible for jail to put an impact on inmates on the TV series "American Gangster Trap Queens." The females would commit horrible crimes just for money. After serious jail time to think about their mistakes and impacts, they went on to be successful authors, entrepreneurs, and etc. If we treat prisoners with respect and teach them that we care and do actually want to help them, they will know that they CAN make a difference in the world and be better and successful people.
I strongly agree with you because what is the point of going to prison when you do not learn your moral and avoid repeating it the next time? Some prisoners do not even regret going to jail so it is best if they learn how to live responsibly. So it is better that prisons would make prisoners live a better life and not destroy the prisoner's mentality as you said. This will help them build a better society without committing crime and even bringing ideas to develop the community.
I disagree because... Firstly, the assumption that all prisoners will automatically learn from their experiences and become responsible citizens when they are released must be changed. Many inmates face great barriers to reintegration, including limited access to education, employment opportunities, and support networks upon release. Why? Because they were in jail. Some find it hard to start their lives back up because they might not get jobs, and their families tend to depart from them. Because that mindset that once you are a prisoner, you are still dangerous still prevails. It's true that while in prisons, inmates are expected to execute positive attitudes and behaviors, certain factors deprive them of doing so, such as budget constraints, overcrowding, and understaffing, all of which lead to these negative behaviors. In addition, the concept that prisons are supposed to shape character is biased. Characters build over time and end up becoming permanent; as the saying goes, practice makes a man perfect. Instead Addressing systemic issues such as poverty, inequality, and lack of access to mental health services is paramount to preventing reoffending prisoners.
@astounding_petal, your comment made me think deeply about the barriers to reintegration highlighted. Indeed, there is a stigma that comes along with being an Ex-convict. This negative aura around them naturally influences the perception of the society they dwell. It is good to create an intense awareness by departments in charge to let citizens accept them for who they are and focus on how impactful they can be on their community, considering the training they have undergone, or skills acquired while in prison.
I agree with you because one of the main purpose/functions of a prison is reformation and to reform means to change someone or something into better form,so if they are left to go scot-free without paying for the crime they behave committed,we will just be causing more harm than good to the society
Mine is totally different from you,I choose opinion B, this is because;
A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. It might make them continue with their criminal act even when they are out of prison,in that case it can be noted that reformation did not take it course efficiently (which is suppose to be one of the purpose of a prison).
Some criminals might come out with anger resulting from the harsh treatments they got in there,and will rather resort to their past lives and even do more than they did previously. They might not learn from their mistakes but rather want to go after those who hurt them during their time in prison so that they can revenge.
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Alright, I do endorse with this point you have made here. That prisoners should not be let go. Okay, just like the options as stated. If the prison is bad, it will make crimes worse instead of better. Do not underestimate the mind of a criminal. If you arrest someone, just lock him up without supervision, no help or anything especially when the prison is not good. And after some time, you let the person go. It is energy wasted work not done. You have done more harm than good. When someone is detained, he/she should be catechized. After all there is a reason for everything that happens under the Sun. There should be a way to help the person. He/she should be assisted. And also, when there is a prison, it is a place to help bad people not a place to make them rule. A prison is a correction center. not a place to help the criminals grow in their crimes. Prisons should be checked at all times to ensure that everyone is treated with equity, and they should be given support.
I agree! Prisons are not meant to harm prisoners. They are just made to keep them separate from the innocent members of the society to prevent further spread of crime.
Prisons make society a better place to live in by eradicating the elements that spread unrest.
Therefore , if a prison is bad, we simply cannot let the prisoners go. I understand where the supporters of this cause are coming from - they aim to make lives easier for the prisoners. But if this is the question at hand, we need to choose - Society or criminals.
And I would definitely choose that element which has innocent old people and kids as it's part. How can we harm society, as imperfect as it is, when is has so many innocent and even vulnerable elements in it?
You've got a nice point charming_artist. Whenever someone act crime and not punished, another person will commit a new crime and people will see the nation as a negative nation. Prisons are important in every nation even for punishment.
I assent to what you are saying because releasing prisoners is not recommended because free them because they are in a prison that is bad is basically endangering the society to more harm because it is basically freeing thieves, murderers and drug cartels which will cause increase in criminality in the community and also causes human right violation in the society. I hope you understand my point of view
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Hi 👋 original robin,
I absolutely agree with you that prisons are meant for reforming criminals to better and responsible citizens. Giving them a second chance would make them end up commiting bigger crimes just as in the case of Fito. So I also suggest that they should be giving a tough punishment according to their crimes with a tight security and be released when there is an evidence of repentance. Thanks 👍.
I respectfully disagree with the idea that sending individuals to tougher prisons with harder corrective measures is necessarily better for reformation. While the intention to reform criminals is crucial, there are concerns that excessively harsh conditions in prisons might not be effective in achieving rehabilitation.
A more rehabilitative approach involves providing inmates with access to education, job training, and mental health services, aiming to address the root causes of criminal behavior. Creating an environment that fosters personal growth and change is often more successful in reducing repeat offenses.
Sending individuals to tougher prisons with stricter measures can lead to negative consequences, such as increased violence within the prison environment, psychological harm, and limited opportunities for positive transformation. Additionally, focusing solely on punitive measures may not address the underlying issues that contribute to criminal behavior.
I disagree because, as everyone knows, a jail is a place where crimes are punished, and being a prisoner is already a form of torture. People commit crimes for a variety of reasons, such as social or financial difficulties, knowing that their acts may have an impact on other people. They are also afraid of the consequences of their actions and sometimes feel guilty about them. Prison terms shouldn't be more severe.
Rather, I believe that one method to lessen crime is to comprehend the intentions of others since, as the phrase goes, intention counts.
I strongly agree with you. People need harder consequences. If the normal punishment is begin given always, they are not going to take the laws serious because all that happens after committing a crime is staying in jail. They would eventually get used to it especially if they are granted amnesty. They must get consequences that no one would ever like
Example: Cleaning the streets.
I concur with you brave_plantain because a prison is a place used to punish offenders and rehabilitate and help them realize the consequences of their actions and help them to change their ways.
As you said, "Its for the societies safety but also for the future generation who might think the other way and think that if we do some sort of crime they are going to prison us but still we can escape easily."
So, if prisoners are let free there won't be laws guiding criminals and criminal offences and behaviours which could bring about terrible aftermath to a nation and later on to the world at large.
Crime should be always seen as a terrible thing and I would advise that if you think of commiting a crime at all, please always think of the consequences attached to that crime and resist from it.
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I disagree because there is no need of going to prison for correction I you eventually don't learn anything from your stay in the prison so I would say that there is no need for prison if there is nothing to learn from your stay in the prison or any repentance choice to make,rather you go to the prison to enjoy.
I disagree because prisons teach people a great deal of lessons. Many people go to prison and come out better. I do not think you are being reasonable with your thoughts. The is nothing to enjoy at prison yet you suffer and make a promise to make your life better. For example, Wes Waston was a popular youtuber that went to prison and came back changed his life and used his prison experience to earn more views.
You say, "I do not think you are being reasonable with your thoughts". Do you mean to say, "I do not I agree with your reasons"? They are two different things, even though they sound similar, and it's important that we show respect to everyone in the Topical Talk community.
Thank you for the notice, I am gravely sorry for my behavior and way of speaking. I will and surely must work on how to speak and interact with people well. And I apologize to prodigious_globe for my disrespect. And thank you Olivia for correcting me with your notice.
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I disagree because... we all know that Fito has been to prison more than two times and yet he learnt no lesson. Some people want to be in prison for company. Prison does teach some lessons but not everybody gets adjusted.
I disagree because change takes time, I understand the point you are trying to make but it is not that clear. Does a caterpillar turn into a butterfly in one day?
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You cannot say just because someone has had more than one chance so they will not be able to change,all he needs is rehabilitation can change his life.
I strongly disagree with you,because if an offender is not taken to the prison, there is a possibility that the criminal is likely going to do the worst part of crime. Secondly, I think the prison is a reformation centre where criminals are taken to be corrected and I also want to let you know that there is no enjoyment in the prison but the prisoner can only enjoy if they are given the opportunity to do that but it is not supposed so.
Lets be practicalistic, If they were no enjoyments in prison, How was Feto able to shoot a music video in his cell, and in the music video, we see how decorated his room was. Secondly it is certain that one will do more crime if not corrected, and there comes the essence of prisons, and like in Feto's prison which I'll say isn't very functional corrections cant be made........
I strongly agree with what you are saying talented_cicada that yes a prison is a reformative center for them to change from their crimes, but I have a question for you, if a prison is so, why do people escape from prison and also sometimes go back and continue to do the wrong things?
In conclusion what I am trying to say is that, yes a prison is built so as to reformat the minds of the criminals, which is very correct. But my question is if a prisoner is able to escape what is the need of that prison to the people. Thanks.
Yes, you have a point. Some prisoners spend time in prison but never really learn anything. But another function of a prison besides correction is protection of citizens from criminals. Prisons will keep the criminals away from the citizens and maybe for a little while, reduce the crime rate. A criminal will not change if they don't want to but at least the other purpose of a prison would be achieved. We need to actually make then realize hey need to change while we keep them away from society until they are finally ready to rejoin as responsible citizens.
Exactly,if prisons are not a serving the purpose they were designed for there is no need for it’s existence , you cant tell me that a person wil spend12years in prison and they would come back to the open world and still remain the same that clearly shows that the jail term is was just a was a waste of time because if the person is not reformed the prison is not useful .that’s like sending a child to school and after 12years the child learn nothing meaning there is no need for school if the child didn’t learn.
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I have to disagree with you prodigious_globe, the reason being is that even though you eventually don't learn anything from your stay in prison, the important part is that you are being punished for your misdeeds. Prisons are institutions for the confinement of a person who have been convicted of a crime. Moreover, the public is safe from these prisoners.
Thus I will have to disagree with you because if a prisoner doesn't learn any correction from their stay in prison, the good part is that they are serving their punishment and the public is safe and there is a slim chance of the same person committing the same crime.
I disagree because in this case there were no punishments for Feto; Rather there were decorations in his room, a smuggled phone, a room for filming music videos, and a room for escape! There was indeed no punigments fo Feto to atleat learn some lesson.
And i heard you say " if a prisoner doesn't learn any correction from their stay in prison, the good part is that they are serving their punishment and the public is safe" well, that's a kind of incorrect for me because if they dont learn when they're in prison, when they're released they'll do worse! And by so doing, the country's still in danger!
You are spot on brave_plantain. Letting prisoners go just because the prison is bad won't help anyone, not even the prisoners. It will only assure them that if they do something bad, they won't be sent to prison simply because the prisons are not competent enough. That doesn't even sound logical. If the prison is bad, it should be worked on. The entire point of a prison is to punish and correct wrong doers. If prisoners are just released, the society will suffer the consequences. Prisoners should be kept in prisons, that's why they're called prisoners. I am not trying to say that prisons should be inhumane, prisoners are humans too. I'm trying to say that if the prisons have challenges, the government should work on them so that they will be competent enough to handle and correct prisoners. Imagine walking on the street and seeing a dangerous prisoner being released because he saw a rat in his prison cell. If a prison has a problem, fix it so that the prison can fix the prisoners.
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I agree with you that prisons should ensure the safety of others in the society, but you said something which i do not agree with which is " prison should never let go of a prisoner". In my opinion "Never" is a powerful word and using it in this context is saying that prisoners should never be let go by the prisons. I believe that prisoners should not be given the mindset that they will never be let go instead they should be given hope that if they change they would be freed and be allowed and accepted into society. Using the skills they have acquired in prison they can also make a living and have normal lives.
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I agree because... many prisoners are reformed after their experience in prison. Telling prisoners that they are "never" going to get out may cause them to be discouraged in trying to get out of jail.
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I strongly disagree with you because when you punish them, they would repent and become good citizens and then they could be set free from prison cell. But if they don't repent then the prison officers can hold the prisoners back. But i am asking myself how the prison officers can know a prisoner that has repented. Who knows please?
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Yes I agree with you no crime should go unpunished and justice must be served. Also you asked how the prison officers can know that the inmate has repented. There are many ways in which the prison officers can know that the inmate has changed such as improvement in behaviour of the inmate, active participation in prison activities, psychological assessment of the inmate and so on. I also believe that prisoners should not be kept permanently in prison especially if he/her is showing signs of change.
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I agree with you because all prisons are not to let prisoners go away, instead they are to keep the prisoners and change them into becoming better and useful people in the society before they could be free. Yes, anyone who commits an offense to the law should be locked up in jail. So, that should be far away from our actions and should never be a way of feeling big, neither should it be our priorities or our inspiration to others.
I disagree with you because you have written prison should never let go of a prisoner instead you have to wright prisoner should never let go of a prison.
I strongly agree with you that prisons should never let go of prisoners for little or irrelevant things because if they do, they tend to continue over and over again and because of that, it can lead to serious destruction in the community or even destroy the lives of young one's, because as a lot of the young one's grow older, they begin to see and thereby follow the wrong path which is bad . Yes, it should never be an inspiration to anyone, anywhere but should be seen as an evil act which is offensive.
I firmly believe that prisoners never be released due to their threat to society. With the current
situation, you are continued in creation is essential for public safety. Using them could inspire others to commit crimes, keeping prisoners in jail sent a strong message to potential criminals. Initially young people, about the consequences of unlawful actions in conclusion, maintaining in creation is crucial for community safety and deterring future criminal behavior.
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There is also a different point of view for this, the prison can not only be considered as a place for punishment but as a place where the person who committed the crime can sit and analyse his behaviour and calm down or get more focused and do something constructive . It is a place meant to have time with ones own self
I agree because the prisoners should never be set free, because of the safety of the Community,but if the prisoners are set free the community will not live happy and the future generations will commit such crimes and even help the prisoners to escape.that why prison should never let go of prisoners.
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I agree with you brave_plantain because you are right. The prison should never let go of a prisoner because when the prison lets go of a prisoner it will not be good for the community because the prisoner might think of planning something thing bad to the community and because of that, the community can never be safe and people will be scared to go out of their house.
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I strongly agree on this point of yours. Bad people should be punished accordingly for any crime they have committed, if people were not punished for there bad mistakes it will open doors for other people to commit any form of crime cause they know fully well that the will not be punished. Apart from punishing the offenders the are other ways we could correct such people, such as;
Rehabilitation: Rather than modifying behavior through external negative consequences, rehabilitation aims to change offenders into law-abiding citizens through education, vocation training, and other programs. When successful, rehabilitation achieves long-term change, and offenders no longer require external constraints. However, some behaviors and individuals are more susceptible to rehabilitation than others. Moreover, not all programming is created equally. So people should be corrected for there bad mistakes as well as crimes to ensure the safety of our country
I agree because if they become free because they escaped, then what is the point of taking them to jail in the first place. They went to jail for a specific reason, because they did something bad. If they are able to escape they could continue to cause harm to the community, to people, or to anything. It is better to take them back to jail so they could learn their lesson and learn not to commit crimes.
I agree because... if the prisoners are released, this might lead them to think their actions are minor and they will take advantage and continue committing more crimes.
I agree with you because if they are released, they will start taking the police officers for granted and continue with their in responsible act which can affect the society and put a lot of peoples life at stake. This might also lead them to think that their offensive acts are irrelevant, so, it is not a crime if they continue with it and then it becomes a lifestyle to them.
I agree because a prison is only a prison if they don't let prisoners roam freely.It's for our safety but also a place where bad people go because of doing bad stuff.Just imagine seeing prisoners run around your city creating chaos everywhere they go.It looks bad.Really bad.This is why prison was made.Despite prisons are in poorly conditions have dreadful food,this is their punishments by doing bad stuff.Also,think about what would happened if the government allowed all prisoners out of their cells for a single hour,the whole world will be in absolute chaos,thousands of policemen will have to look after the cities,it will be crowded.
Hello,
I agree with your reasoning because if a prison is bad, then it needs to be improved. We shouldn't give up on something without giving it another go, and in this situation, giving up on that prison and prisoners will cause more harm than good because you will be giving criminals freedom when they haven't served enough time in prison, and will most likely continue making bad choices. It is not worth giving up when you are putting more people in danger.
I agree with active beetle that if we set the prisoners free there will be dreadful and unsatisfactory consequences. The reason prison exists is to keep the people that deserve to be in prison hidden away and if we set them free there will be chaos. People will also think that they can do they desire and that will create havoc around the country. Therefore I believe that we should keep things how they are
Interesting points intuitive plantain. Do you think all prisoners are bad people? Could there be examples of people who could be punished in more effective ways than locking them up?
I do believe that in some cases that the need for prison is a bit much and could easily fixed with say 6 months community service but to the people that have say killed to set them free just like that would be a true crime
Could there ever be circumstances where it would be right to set free someone who had killed another person?
Hi Rebecca!
I don't think all prisoners are bad people. There have been a lot of cases where the person was compelled and helpless, so they had to commit a crime. For ex- a prisoner who might have robbed someone might have had no other option because if they hadn't then their family might have starved or a person could have beaten someone up in self-defence but the court might have thought differently and sentenced them. Other than this, there have always been false claims too. So, no, not all prisoners are bad people.
Also, yes, there are examples of people who can be punished in more effective ways than a prison. For ex-community service, fine, house arrest, inpatient rehabilitation etc. When a person is isolated in a prison for long periods they tend to lose sanity and this creates mental pressure on them which may result in reoffence. However, if a person is under house arrest, is fined or is doing community service then their chances of reoffending are less. Being with people and helping them might be better than being locked up. Rehabilitation centres help a person to get rid of their addictions, this might be a better way to reduce chances of reoffence than locking up an addict. Also, criminals who are mentally unsound might not become sound by becoming locked up. They will have to go to mental health hospitals. So I think in some cases alternatives to prison might be better than prison itself.
great points forgiving_hedgehog!
Hello Rebecca
To be honest, I don't believe that every prisoner is a bad person. No one was born as a criminal .circumstances such as money problems, mental health, and physical abuse can sometimes lead people to violence. Studies on criminals have shown that 74% of the people who are involved in criminal activities had abusive childhood or have faced mental health issues. Therefore it's fair to say that the environment that they grow up in was never suitable for them to grow as a normal human being. This is why it is not enough to just punish an individual for their wrongdoings, they need care, they need treatments like physical and mental health therapy that will allow them to escape from the drama they have face ,to be able to become a better person, they must also Joining a rehabilitation center because it will give them an understanding of the normal world and environment.
good points fantastic_song. Can you tell us where you found that statistic of 74%?
Hello Rebecca,
This information was taken from the article called Serial Killers with Normal Childhoods: Childhood Trauma Influence to Become a Serial Killer? sourced from EduBirdie website. This article briefly explains about childhood trauma and how it can affect a person in a negative way. Hope this information helps with the confusion. 🙂
I agree with you, active_beetle. When you said "Prisons are designed to keep society safe...",you took the words right off my keyboard.
Of course, detaining offenders in a prison that is deemed "bad" could mean many different things. It could mean that they are unable to provide proper facilities for the prisoners. It could even mean that the prison is unable to reform or punish these offenders properly.
Regardless of this, we mustn't loose sight of the main purpose and priority of a prison. That is to make the society a safe and protected environment.
I completely agree with you and could not have worded it much better myself. although one thing I think we should consider is the fine line between angering people to act against forms of law enforcement in the future and correctly reeducating prisoners to understand why crime is wrong and the ethical implications behind it to give them a new outlook on the crime that they committed to therefor deter them from doing it in the future
Do you have any ideas on how to strike the balance between these two things, active_beetle?
I respectfully disagree with you and I don't think that we should be classifying prisoners as 'bad people' I personally think it is disrespectful towards the prisoners. Although it would not be a good decision to let the prisoners go free, I think it would be better if there were people who go to a prison facility every month to check on the prisoners improvement and how well the prison is treating the prisoner and if they realize that the prison is not helping the prisoner with their self development, then they can consider transferring the prisoner to another prison but not necessarily letting them go. I really believe that we should try to give the prisoners a chance to change instead of seeing them as 'bad people that will never change. Thank you for taking the time to read my comment.
I strongly agree with you because a prisoner might have changed but they will still be in prison and can be even bullied by other prisoners. I strongly support your suggestion of the prisoners checkup. I also feel that these prisoners should not be aware of the test they might have or else they might fake their attitude in order to pass the test and persuade people that they have changed, leave jail and continue with crimes so I support you that indeed these prisoners should be checked up to see the type of mindset they have at that particular moment using psychological techniques. And, yes, these people cannot be referred to as bad people because being in jail might have given them life experiences and has taught them how to tolerate and live with people. Also, if there is no improvement in their attitude, they should be transferred to another tough prison that might help them change.
Hey persuasive_starfruit
I am a strong advocate for giving specific scammers and detainees another chance because I recognize that remorse and a desire for restitution can drive positive change. Many people within the disciplinary framework sincerely strive to change previous bad behavior, work on personal development, seek benefits for themselves, and make a determined contribution. But I also strongly agree with you in that detainees may change but they will be in jail anyway and may even be tortured by different detainees. I strongly support your idea of screening detainees. I also think these prisoners should not know about the tests they may be subject to, otherwise they may pretend to be happy to pass the test and convince people that they have changed and continue doing the wrong things after they get out. I agree with you that psychological methods should be used to examine these prisoners to see what their state of mind was like at that time. And, in fact, these people cannot be called terrible people because being in prison can give them valuable encounters and show them how to endure and live with others. Likewise, assuming there is no improvement in their behavior, they should be moved to another extreme prison that might be useful for their change.
Hi,
I would like to agree with what you said about not allowing prisoners go without considering the negative consequences that will affect the society at large.
I would like to add to your comment by asking all of us to improve the way of imprisonment to enable them learn moral values.
I agree with you, even though prisons may have their flaws, just letting all the prisoners go will not be the best solution, we need to consider the safety and security of our society. Prison have multiple purpose like, rehabilitation, punishment and protecting society from dangerous people. So letting prisoners go without any sort of evaluation or support system in place could lead to high risks of public safety. However by working towards finding more effective ways to help prisoners reintegrate into society, we can create a more effective and fair criminal justice system rather than a complete abandonment of prison
Nice point you made, although I go with opinion B because,if there were bad prisons, then prisoners may start escaping and we all know the major idea of prison is to keep criminals away from people and also to reduce crime rates outside so that there won't be chaos.
If prisons are bad, then there will be so much chaos, imagine that Fito had the chance to escape from a maximum facility, the only question that comes to my mind is maybe the prison wasn't built with extra protective measures? Or was it because he got help from other bad people so he could escape?
I agree with that as we should first make sure if they changed for better. This can be achieved if the prison were in a good conditions and stable inside. The people working in prisons should treat them well and there shouldn't be any fights between prisoners. Prisons shouldn't just punish prisoners but help them become better. They should learn from their mistakes and think again about what they have done. Also, they should be taught new skills that can help them when they get out to earn money without harming others or committing any more crimes. This way we can ensure that they become effective in society and not feel that they are exiled and treated differently.
I agree because a prison should not allow prisoners out.Prisons are for prisoners to feel bad about what they did and relax.A prison is like a detention because someone did something bad and they need to take a break to calm down.Also some people need to stop thinking that the prison is scary and bad because prisons bring safety to the world.If prisons wouldn't exist then all those bad prisoners will be free and they will do bad stuff in the world.
Overall I personally see prison like a very bad detention for adults because they did something really bad and people shouldn't me much scared of it.
I agree with this statement because people should serve their time in prison a be rehabilitated that was or else they would never get mental help and they would keep committing the crime they did to end up in prison. Without the prison system, people would have to live in fear because there is nobody who can protect them or seek justice for them.
I disagree with A too, but I also disagree with C. If they can escape, don't let them free! Just lock them up somewhere so that they can't escape. Or put someone who works in prison next to where they are locked up, so that they can have an eye on them.
I strongly agree with this thought free fish, if a prison is bad then even a criminal that just commited a minor offense can be tainted by the ways of that prison and made to become like the criminals who have committed major offenses so this would be very unfair in my opinion as someone who stole like £20 they will be faced with the same treatment as someone who started a wildfire on purpose
I completely agree with you active_beatle. I think that prisons should never be bad and, if so, they should not be used as prisons as the main function of them is to keep prisoners who have done something wrong aside so they cannot make anything to people who have not done nothing to deserve it. So for it, all prisons should be safe and, if not, they cannot be a prison at least until conditions are proved and safe for both the prisoner and the rest of the society.
Option A is says that if someone believes that if a prison is bad, it would be better to let the prisoners go, they might argue for humane treatment and rehabilitation rather than punitive measures. On the other hand, someone who disagrees might emphasize the importance of maintaining societal order and ensuring consequences for criminal actions to deter future crimes. People with varying perspectives may include those focusing on rehabilitation, justice, or public safety. Their reasons could be shaped by their values, experiences, or beliefs about the purpose of prisons.
What do you think?
It appears that the debate revolves around differing views on the purpose of prisons, with some emphasizing rehabilitation and humane treatment, while others stress societal order and consequences for crimes. People's perspectives are likely influenced by their values, experiences, and beliefs.
I think that we should focus more on humans and the societies safety because if such a people are just left to go just like that, it can endanger life and properties. I still think that even though such prisoners are people like us and still deserve human treatment, we should still look at the society at large and lives that would be at stake if such prisoners are released.
I agree with you, @succinct_cheetah.
Although, these prisoners may be human just like us, we can't forget that they have the tendencies to cause harm to the people around them.
Because of this, we must prioritize the majority over the minority and perform in favour of the society and not the small fraction of the general public that are facing the music for their actions.
A]I disagree with option A because prisoners must be held accountable for their actions by serving time in prison, even if the conditions are poor. They should not be offered luxurious accommodations while incarcerated. We must prioritize safety and rehabilitation before releasing them back into society.
B] From my perspective, option B might not be the best approach as relying solely on fear of punishment may not be very effective in preventing people from committing crimes.
C] I completely disagree with point three. Prisoners are individuals who have committed crimes and must be held accountable for their actions. If they escape from prison, they are essentially evading justice and shirking their responsibility. Therefore, I believe that not only should escaped prisoners be recaptured, but their sentence should also be extended as a consequence of their attempt to flee. And others may hold differing points of view on the mentioned points.
You talk about poor conditions and luxury conditions. Is there a middle ground where there exists a minimum requirement for conditions?
I believe that prisoners should have their basic needs met, including access to healthcare and proper hygiene. Additionally, some of their fundamental rights should be respected. Depending on the age and gender of the prisoner, there may be further facilities required. Of course, there may be additional points that others wish to add to this discussion.
I agree with you on opinion A because the point of a prison is to detain those who are incarcerated so that they can reflect on their actions, and like what you said about their rehabilitation, to also change them from who they were before they were released, to a brand new person ready to contribute to society again. However, I do find that to try to keep people out of prison, you may need to scare them a little. For instance, to keep people from shoplifting, some ancient countries used to threaten to cut off the perpetrator's hands, so that they wouldn't be able to use those hands to commit a crime again. It's the same concept, but less brutal in modern times. That's why I think that the poor conditions of current prisons are motivation enough to commit less crime. And I absolutely agree with you on opinion A. Thank you for sharing your opinions!
I agree with option B – “A bad prison can make crimes worse instead of better.” This opinion encapsulates a lot of truth to this statement, and studies have found prisoners have had trouble integrating back into normalcy because of how ostracized they are from the typical person. In the U.S, almost 44% are repeat offenders with in their first year of getting out, because all the prison systems tend to do is exclude rather than properly reform. However, I can see someone siding with option A or C, and the opposite might think that if the current prison system isn’t doing any good or have much of a positive functionality, it would be better to let them into society and work through their problems. I tend to disagree with this sentiment because even they wouldn’t have the need to escape or feel like they’re trapped in the worst place ever if the prison system simply did better to reform to actually change a prisoner’s life for the better, instead of making them spiteful or bitter. As well, some of the prisoners are not only in there for petty crimes or drug abuse. Some of the prisoners need to be away from the rest of society and go through the proper measures of reform and reintegration.
If so many in prison re-offend, do you think we should think about differing punishments for first time offenders with small crimes? Do you agree? If so what other punishments should be given?
Absolutely, exploring alternative punishments for first-time offenders with minor crimes could be more beneficial. Instead of just locking them up, we could consider community service, counseling, or educational programs tailored to address the specific issues that led to the offense. For instance, if someone got caught for minor theft, they might benefit more from community service in a related field, like working at a local store or participating in a neighborhood cleanup.
There's a saying by Aristotle that goes, "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." This implies that providing opportunities for learning and growth, especially for first-time offenders, might be more effective than solely focusing on punishment. Like teaching a child or a rookie, it's about guiding them to understand and rectify their mistakes rather than just punishing them.
Great answer and I am impressed you have been able to weave some Greek philosophy into your thoughts. Does your country offer alternatives to prison for first time offenders? Can you do any research for me?
Initially, imprisonment aimed to reform inmates through discipline, education, and moral assessment. However, Nigeria faces severe prison overcrowding, illustrated by a Port Harcourt facility designed for 804 inmates but holding 2796 convicted and 2500 awaiting trial.
Alternative sentencing came out due to jail population growth, offering only one option – fining. Yet, fining first-time offenders has limited impact, and alternative sentencing is underused by Nigerian courts.
Moreover, the option of fining has its limitations, as the court must assess the offender's financial position, and if unable to pay, imprisonment may still be imposed. The discussion extends to more serious crimes, such as murder, kidnapping, and armed robbery, where community service is often considered impractical in Nigeria's corruption-laden context.
The debate surrounding the implementation of community service as a punishment for minor offenses continues, with concerns about a potential increase in crime notwithstanding. The overall challenge lies in finding effective alternatives to imprisonment, addressing prison congestion, and motivating individuals to reform their behavior within the broader socio-economic context of Nigeria.
For first time offenses, I think the punishment should actually be harsher than a repeat offender despite the smaller crime. This is because if the stakes are so high in the first place, to intentionally commit the crime would be foolish. There are a lot of cases where a slap on the risk just won’t cut it. In order to cut back on those actually committing the crimes and re-offenders, the punishment should be harsher in the first place. For example, Dave decided in the US to pass a red light. Instead of the average $100-250 ticket fine, I say a month works of community service and a heftier fine. This would deter people to think about intentionally committing crimes in the first place.
This is a good counter argument, well done for putting your thoughts across with an example. However I was thinking, if you put someone in prison for minor offences that was a good citizen prior to the offence, could they not potentially engage in prison with those that are more serious criminals for example become part of an organised gang? This may then make crime worse when they get let out as they now have criminal connections? Once they get out of prison, they may also find it hard to get a job and come back into society making crime more attractive. What do you think?
I do see your point of harsher sentences for minor crimes can lead to more crime, and I've put that into thought. Perhaps for first time offenders for minor crimes that have a standing record, they can be accepted into reforming programs like monitored work at various need centers, as well as low hours of community service. Considering the points brought out, I believe this will help those committing minor crimes the chance to reflect, and be warned about what would happen next if they were to commit another crime. There was a thorough review on recidivism by Denis Yukhneko posted in the NLM (National Library of Medicine), that community sentences were typically associated with low recidivism rates. Taking your points into consideration, I now believe this will help with lowing repeat-offenders.
I agree with methodical_harp that a poor prison may worsen crime rather than reduce it. A prisoner may not grow from his mistakes, and upon release from prison, he may resume his previous behaviour, because a poor prison cannot reform a person—rather, it will only make them worse off than they were before—he can even introduce others to committing crimes. Don't let anyone convince you that a bad prison is right—not the convicts, not the staff, not the prison administrator. The administrators and guards at the prison will never consider methods to make the life of the prisoners better.
I would like to state that although you have very great reasoning, I strongly disagree with your statement. I feel that a condition should be worse, because I believe this would cause a person to not come back to prison. An article stated that "The prison environment can be inherently damaging to mental health due to the consequent disconnection from family, society, and social support, loss of autonomy, diminished meaning and purpose of life, fear of victimization, increased boredom, the unpredictability of surroundings, overcrowding and punitiveness". Some may say this is bad, but if people know this information before going. It could cause more fear, and many decisions daily citizens make would change.
What prison conditions would be acceptable or unacceptable in your opinion? What role should human rights play with regard to people in prisons?
To gladly answer your questions first I would like to state that I believe that under average food would be great towards those in jail. Things such as Bread & Water should obviously be provided. Oats, and veggies should be provided as well. I believe that beds with very bad qualities as well should be provided for inmates. From my point of view I believe that jail is a place people should not want to go too. I feel that if there are bad conditions more people would be reminded of the Unbearable and Uncomfortable feelings in Jail. I do also believe that the worse the crime the worse you should be treated. This would send fear up all those who chose to do Theft, Drug Abuse, Fraud, and Murder.
I see where you're coming from, and I'm not entirely on board with your statement. Many people are already well aware of how awful prison can be, but they still end up committing crimes, often because they're desperate due to hunger, struggling with mental health issues, battling drug addiction, or simply don't care. If just knowing about the harsh conditions of prisons could stop people from breaking the law, we'd probably be bombarded with reminders about it daily.
While making conditions worse in prison might deter some from reoffending, what about those who are already there, enduring hardships? What about those who committed minor offenses but have to suffer because the government wants to discourage repeat offenses? I believe all perspectives should be considered and balanced in this conversation. It's not just about scaring potential offenders; we should also think about the fairness and impact on those already in the system.
Thanks for this thoughtful viewpoint, smart_goji.
I share the same opinion with you! I agree with opinion B,this is because if prisons are bad, then every thief or serial killer will not be afraid to get sentenced to be imprisoned. There will be a continuation of their acts even in prison since the structure is bad, so they can easily break out or even continue killing there.
Although for some others, they might be so afraid to go into prison and will be happier outside the prison because there might be lots of prisoners that might overpower them in there and can even kill them.
I take the same stand with you on this opinion methodical_harp, For me it's totally opinion B, this is because, a bad prison can certainly make crimes worst. A typical example can be made from Ecuador,if the present situation is not controlled and the criminal who escaped is brought back, it will simply show that their correctional facility as well as the law enforcement agencies are not capable to combat crimes.
It will further make the citizens to feel unsafe about their well-being and for criminals, it will be an avenue to do more and ridicule the system.
I disagree with opinion A because if we say because a prison is bad, the prisoners should be let free, the rate of criminal activities will increase in the society. For instance, a person who commits murder is let go because the prison is bad, this will lead the family of the deceased to take law into their hands which will increase the rate of crime in the society. This will also make the criminal to commit more crimes because, he/she will think that after all I will still be let go. Therefore, prisons should be a place where criminals learn their lessons and also become good citizens when they are released.
You've explained an extreme case here using a murderer as your example. What about for most crimes which are considered less dangerous? Does this affect your opinion?
It affects my opinion because, if people who commit petty crimes are taken to a bad prison it could lead them into becoming worse criminals than they were. So, I suggest they should be taken to correction centers instead of been released because the prison is bad. This way they could become good citizens, rather than becoming worse due to a bad prison.
I agree with you @hilarious_morning, some people don't even deserve tk be in prison, but because of some unfairness or incompetence of their lawyers, they get taken away to a place that they don't need to be. This can potentially distort the thinking of a person and when they are in a prison, they are open to different people and acts that are most likely illegal but normalized.
I totally did not support option A because if we let go of a prisoner because the prison is a bad prison, I think we are doing our self's no good because the prisoner will go out there and do the worst of it all. But if they are being detained in a prison no matter how bad it may look, at least their freedom and comfort will be deinied of them.
Moreover, a prison is more like a correction centre where criminals are punished and corrected according to their offence.
I agree with your opinion of option A, talented_cicada. Prisoners let go will most likely return to committing felonies and disrupt the order in society.
But even the most basic human rights must still be observed in prisons. Some may bring up a moral and ethical argument about keeping prisoners in an unsafe or an unclean environment. It may affect prisoners' health and mental wellbeing living in such an environment.
Even if a prison is substandard, the prisoners should not be released because they will most likely one again cause crime, and while what I am about to say may be immoral, I believe keeping prisoners in an inadequate prison would be better than releasing them back into society.
If prisons weren't working the world would be at stake. I know this because people go to prison for a reason. If all of the prisoners were let out we could all be in danger. I disagree with 'a,b,c' because prisoners normally deserve to go to prison as they have done something cruel and wrong. We can't just forgive because they have said sorry, the crime has already been done.
I think you make a good point and I am sure many would agree with you . However do you think we should put a greater focus on reforming prisoners, as many would eventually end up being let back out into society anyway
Yes, even if a lot of people are eventually let out of prison more come in. Also, it can't be easy to escape prison otherwise those who have to stay can easily escape. Prisons are built for a reason and if we don't reinforce them they would be pointless.
Thank you for this. Do you think it matters what type of crime these people have committed?
I agree with B because bad prisons just makes crime worst instead of better. Governments should inspect prisons of bad ones so that they can be cancelled out because they will only increase danger to our society and make prisoners become more mad. It will be better to keep them in a cell and make them rehabilitate to their normal senses. If the prison facilities are not strong or good enough it can make prisoners to break out.
Some great points, what facilities do you think good modern prisons should contain?
Hi everyone
The modern prison should contain the following:
1. Farm : the modern prison should contain farm, the farm will be used to produce food for the prisoners
2. Playing ground: the modern prison should contain playing ground of various games such as football , volley ball , basketball etc
3. Monitoring point: officers on duty should have a strong room where they can monitor prisoners through computer and physical monitoring
Hello Polite_King! I appreciate your agreement. Your suggestions are indeed thoughtful:
A farm is beneficial for fresh crops, promoting prisoner health.
A playing ground fosters fun and physical well-being among prisoners.
A monitoring point aids in preventing escape attempts. Well done on these constructive ideas! 👍
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you found the suggestions helpful. Integrating such elements into prison facilities can contribute to a more balanced and conducive environment for both inmates and staff. If you have any further questions or ideas, feel free to share!
Hello, succinct_cheetah. I agree because the prison should never let go of a prisoner . Its for the societies safety but also for the future generation who might think the other way and think that if we do some sort of crime they are going to prison us but still we can escape easily. Every one should be scarred of doing crime . It should never be an inspiration .
But at the same time, some people might also agree with option A and C as if prisoners are let free, they can solve their problems themselves and humans should not be trapped in a bad place. I totally disagree with this sentence because peoples are trapped in prison to make them realize their mistake and to make world better.
"If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free" I don't agree with this statement...Even though each individual has their own right to live the life they want but they should do the things under the rule of the country being a good citizen. If they perform any unwanted activity causing destruction they should be prisoned up as a form of punishment so that they can improve themselves again.
I understand that the idea of letting a prisoner go free if they are able to escape may seem like a form of punishment in itself. However, it's important to consider the reasons why prisoners is locked up in the first place. Allowing an escaped prisoner to go free would erode the justice system and put public safety at risk. So,thinking this in mind I don't agree with this statement."No one really knows a nation until one has been inside its jail.A nation should not be judged by how it treats its highest citizen but its lowest one."-Nelson Mandela.
Thank you !!
why would letting a prisoner who escapes, go free, be a form of punishment?
To get you cleared,I'm providing you this info that criminals who do crimes get involved in harshful activity and nowadays media is so powerful that we can get info by sitting in one corner of our home. And media platform always provides us message if anything happens in the world.So, if a person is jailed up they would not have the respect in the society,they would be named as criminals causing their fame to erode. Therefore even if they escape they will not get the respect they had when they were a good citizen causing they fame to drown in water which can effect their own mental health but if they are respectfully left by prisoners in some country government provides these people's facilities too. So,I hope you got cleared with my opinion @clifford chance.
“A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better", I agree with the option B because a prison which is bad in any aspect whatsoever won't be conducive. Although a prison which is bad would be doing bad job in the aspect of reformation because a prison with bad, essential facilities could affect the process of reformation.
Like the Ecuador prison perhaps the prisons in Ecuador didn't have the available and adequate facilities to prevent jailbreaks and maybe that is how Jose Adolfo Macias Villamar popularly known as 'Fito' was able to escape from the penitentiary.
Thank you!!!🕵️♂️
In some parts of the world, prisons have become arenas where inmates are forced to fight each other for the entertainment of others. This is a gross violation of human rights and dignity, and it undermines the purpose of incarceration. Prisons are supposed to be places of rehabilitation and correction, not of violence and exploitation. We, as fellow human beings, should not condone or support such practices that degrade and dehumanize others.
The main purpose of a prison is to rehabilitate offenders and help them reintegrate into society as law-abiding citizens. Therefore, a prison that fails to reform prisoners is ineffective and counterproductive. A prison should not only punish criminals, but also provide them with education, counseling, vocational training, and other programs that can address the root causes of their criminal behavior and equip them with the skills and values they need to live a productive and positive life after their release.
In summary, there is no point of prison if it makes people worse. This is the main argument of those who oppose the current system of incarceration, which is based on punishment and isolation. They claim that prison does not rehabilitate offenders, but rather dehumanizes them and exposes them to violence, abuse, and corruption. They argue that prison does not deter crime, but rather creates a cycle of recidivism and social exclusion. They propose that prison should be replaced by alternative forms of justice, such as restorative justice, community service, or education programs, which aim to address the root causes of crime and help offenders reintegrate into society.
Well argued, reasoning_knowledge. I agree with you that there should be alternative forms of justice. But what about the safety of society? How would you protect people from very dangerous crinimals if there were no jails?
Great question!
One possible answer is that we could use alternative forms of justice that focus on rehabilitation, restitution and reconciliation, rather than punishment and isolation. For example, we could use restorative justice practices that involve the victims, the offenders and the community in a dialogue to address the harm caused by the crime and to find ways to repair it. We could also use community-based programs that provide support, education and counseling to the offenders and help them reintegrate into society. We could also invest more in prevention and intervention strategies that address the root causes of crime, such as poverty, inequality, trauma and mental health issues.
These alternatives are not only more humane and compassionate, but also more effective and cost-efficient than jails. Studies have shown that they reduce recidivism rates, increase victim satisfaction and improve social cohesion. They also respect the dignity and rights of all human beings, regardless of their actions.
Of course, these alternatives are not perfect and may not work for every case. There may still be some situations where incarceration is necessary for public safety. But we should not rely on jails as the default or only option. We should challenge ourselves to think creatively and critically about how we can create a more just and peaceful society for everyone.
I agree with Option B which says " A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better." Prisons are meant to be reformation centers, I feel prisons should be a place for rehabilitation prisons are meant to be a place where criminals would be able to evolve into new and better people. I feel when someone goes to a correctional center they should come out changed people and not the same way they once were, prisoners should be brought to the realization that the crime they committed was wrong and they hurt people around them whether it was intentional or unintentional, but you see most times when people go to prison they become more hardened than they were before and this is not meant to be so. The more criminals become hardened as they go to jail or correctional facilities they tend to initiate more people into their crime family or their gangs and if this continues to happen the crime rate will keep on increasing. Prisoners who go to bad prisons and are not reformed in prisons, when released will cause harm to citizens and will continue to commit crime.
Also, Overcrowding is a major problem faced in prisons these days. Correctional facilities in Ecuador are chronically overcrowded and this is one of the leading causes of violence in prisons. In 2021 in Ecuador prisons more than 14o inmates were murdered. Prisons are meant to reform people but instead people sent to these correctional centers are murdered in the process of being reformed and this is really unfair. Prisons are created to reform and rehabilitate inmates, in severe cases criminals are given life sentences to keep them away from the people and to prevent them from committing anymore crimes in future and prisons that do not have proper facilities and do not try to reform prisoners during the period they are imprisoned are to be considered as bad prisons and instead of making inmates better people they just worsen the situation.
"A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better". I totally agree with this statement cuz a crime in the first place is a unwanted activity causing destruction.A poorly managed prison system can make crime even worse instead of better.First of all a crime is not only done by a person who is aged up but a teenage can also commit crime so they should be provided with the education even though they have committed a crime against the rule of the country. If prisons fail to provide adequate rehabilitation programs, education, and support for prisoners for betterment this can lead to a cycle of reoffending and preserve criminal behavior.Its imp' to have a well designed and properly implemented prison system to reduce criminal rates.
I strongly agree with this thought free fish, if a prison is bad then even a criminal that just commited a minor offense can be tainted by the ways of that prison and made to become like the criminals who have commited major offenseses.This will make criminals come out worse than they came in, this is a terrible thing to happen because it essientially makes the prison a mass criminal producer consistently making criminals that serve time from petty theft become a person that may commit armed robbery or murder.
I strongly disagree with option C. The fact that a prisoner can escape doesn't mean they should just be allowed to walk freely into society again. I mean, a criminal can be really skilled in breaking in and out of a place, but won't that just make them more of a threat? Just because they are able to escape does not mean they have learnt from their mistakes or are even ready to change. Maybe the prisoner decided to escape because they were tired of being confined and decided to find a way out. Most of the time when someone wants to escape it means they are trying to avoid something. In this case, the most common thing would be punishment for their wrong doings. Someone who is ready to change and accept correction won't run away from it. They would stay and swallow the pill, even if it is bitter. If they have truly changed then they will be released.
I agree with option A) about the statement that if a prisoner manages to escape, they should be considered free. I believe that escaping from prison doesn't necessarily mean that the person deserves to be free. Prisoners are put behind bars for a reason, usually because they have committed a crime. Just because someone is able to escape doesn't change the fact that they broke the law. It's important to remember that there are consequences for our actions, and escaping from prison shouldn't be seen as a way to avoid those consequences.
I would love to hear your thoughts about my choice
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Is an escaped prisoner ever really free? Would they be worried about being caught?
The concept of true freedom for an escaped convict is a matter of great complexity. Despite successfully evading the physical constraints of their confinement, the psychological weight of the constant fear of recapture can loom over their every action. This lingering apprehension can cast a dark cloud over their newfound sense of liberty, impeding their ability to wholeheartedly embrace a life devoid of restrictions.
The perpetual worry of being apprehended and returned to the clutches of captivity can be an overwhelming burden for an escaped prisoner. It creates a state of perpetual anxiety that hinders their ability to fully relish the freedoms that come with their escape. The constant need to be vigilant and watchful, always looking over their shoulder, can prevent them from truly experiencing the joy and contentment that should accompany their newfound freedom. The fear of being caught can act as a constant reminder of their past actions and the consequences they may face if their escape is discovered.
I completely agree with you because if any prisoner escapes it doesn't mean that they deserve to be free because if they truly deserved freedom they would have already been released. A prisoner's ability to escape from custody does not inherently prove their innocence or suggest that they deserve to be free. A prisoner only deserves freedom after determining innocence through fair trials and due process. Regardless of whether a prisoner escapes, their release into society without fulfilling their sentence or undergoing rehabilitation poses potential risks to public safety. Freedom is something that a prisoner has to earn by going through punishment they deserve, rehabilitation, understanding the depth of their crimes, feeling accountable for what they did and promising to never repeat their actions but it is definitely not earned by escaping a prison.
The issue of prisons and their effectiveness is a complex one, and I have developed a balanced perspective on the statement "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go." I agree that prisons can be inhumane, as they often subject prisoners to harsh and degrading conditions that violate their human rights and dignity. These conditions may cause physical and mental harm to prisoners and can also negatively impact society if prisoners are released without proper rehabilitation. Additionally, prisons are often ineffective in addressing the root causes of crime, such as poverty, inequality, trauma, or addiction. They may also increase the risk of recidivism if they do not provide adequate rehabilitation or reintegration programs. Furthermore, prisons are expensive and consume a large number of public resources that could be better spent on other social services.
However, I also recognize that prisons are necessary to protect society from dangerous and violent offenders who may pose a threat to public safety and order. They can isolate and incapacitate offenders, preventing them from committing further crimes while free. Prisons also serve as a form of retribution or justice for the victims and their families who demand accountability and closure. Therefore, the solution is not to simply let prisoners go, but to reform the prison system to make it more humane, effective, and affordable. This could involve investing in rehabilitation programs, addressing the social and economic factors that contribute to crime, and exploring alternative forms of justice that prioritize restoration and healing over punishment and confinement.
This is a judicious comment - well done. How do you think that rehabilitation programmes could change a person's outlook?
To answer your question, rehabilitation programs can be effective in changing a person's outlook by employing various strategies. One approach is cognitive-behavioral therapy, which helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to harmful behaviors. Life skills training provides individuals with the practical skills they need to function effectively in society, such as communication, problem-solving, and stress management. Support groups offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to share their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Finally, mentorship pairs individuals with positive role models who can provide guidance, support, and inspiration. Through these approaches, rehabilitation programs can help individuals develop a more positive and hopeful outlook by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to overcome their challenges and build a better future.
I agree because... I completely respect your comment. I believe that whether or not a prisoner is released depends on the state of the prison. Like you said, a prison can be inhumane and cause physical and mental harm to the inmates, if it is really critical it could even affect the prison staff. In this case the prisoners shouldn't just be released back into society, instead the prison should be developed to help correct the inmates not scar them for life. Prisoners are mostly released early due to good behaviour but i doubt anyone will be able to behave well in an inhumane environment. I still think that option B isn't completely accurate, but it is close. When the prisons are bad, they should be worked on so that the prisoners will get punished but still be able to move on with their life normally when they are released. When a prison traumatizes a prisoner, even if the prisoner is released the trauma will still be there and he or she might not be ready to go back into society. If the prisons are built in such a way that they correct the offenders and get the needed justice for the people, it will be quite beneficial to the prisoners and the society at large. We should remember that prisoners are people too.
I would agree with option B which states “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” I chose this option because a prison is a correctional facility where offenders of the law are punished because of the crimes they have committed, so I think a bad prison will make crime worse because the criminals know that they can always escape from the prison even if they are arrested because of a possibly weak security. This makes crime not to be a big deal but transit from an abominable action to a societal norm. If you think I am voting for option A I am not because the difference between the option A and B is not so obvious,but option A states “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” It would actually be better not to let the prisoners go but try and create better prisons or even take the prisoners to countries with stronger prisons than to just let them go free without punishing them for their crime. If you still think I am voting for option A I know why you are thinking that way, because the 2 options are very similar but please try and rethink and read through my reason for choosing option B again. But I would also like to tell you that escaping from prison is different from just being let go. If you still disagree with me, you can post along side your reasons for thinking that way and we can talk this out, besides this is the purpose of this site.
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Point B, says “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” I completely agree with this statement. There are so many prisons in the United States that deprave human rights from the prisoners in the building. People don't understand that people like this can be better and improve. This has gotten so bad in fact, that there are "torture warehouses" were people are beat just for being detained. It gets even worse in prisons, they allow people to kill and injure other inmates, and for what, a longer sentence, that's not going to do anything but let them hurt more people.
Hi @analytical_lime, I'm not sure about your points about 'torture warehouses' and prisons allowing inmates to kill each other. Please can you provide information about your evidence and sources?
My main source, https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/fulton-county-jail-rice-street-deaths-august/85-8d1de47a-1d45-4cd9-8a4d-42fb2c1192f6, which shows all the deaths that have been caused in the Fulton County jail. Another source of mine, https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/21/us/baton-rouge-police-brave-cave/index.html, shows how brutal and unethical places like this can be. I don't believe all prisons are a bad place, but I just think they can be done better to create better people in the end.
Agreeing with point B I'd like to say that poorly managed prison can worsen criminal behavior rather than reforming individuals. Research consistently shows that inadequate prison conditions, such as overcrowding and limited rehabilitation programs, contribute in relapsing of same condition as before. When prisons fail to address the root causes of criminal behavior, inmates are more likely to return to a life of crime upon release.
For instance, a study by the Bureau of Justice Statistics found that overcrowded prisons are associated with increased violence among inmates, making it challenging for rehabilitation efforts to succeed. Furthermore, when inmates lack access to education and vocational training programs, their chances of finding employment post-release diminish, increasing the likelihood of re-offending. In summary, a poorly run prison not only fails to rehabilitate offenders but also fosters an environment that can intensify criminal tendencies, emphasizing the need for effective prison management.
really good, well reasoned point amusing ocean. I like your use of evidence too. Well done :0)
Hello,
Option c states that “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.”
I do not agree with this statement.
my reason is
>Firstly, we all eat food and there is a possibility we can choke and die right? but does that mean that we don't deserve to eat or does that mean we deserve to die. Well, the answer is no, the fact is as long as the prisons are made by humans, they are prone to making mistakes which most times the prisoners detect and use it to their advantages. You see no matter how hard people try to eliminate the errors they make in the creation of security system they may never be perfect. Do not forget that there are prisoners there that are actually innocent and know that they have a life ahead and would do anything to get out of the prison and so they would start investigating the mistakes that were made in security of the prison, which most times they are successful.
> Look at the case of 'FITO' who is known for being a gang leader or criminal in general, has gotten out of prison and he has such a bad record, do you think such a person deserves to be free? my answer is no, upon all that he has done he still committed another crime by escaping prison. For me he deserves a life in prison sentence, because letting him might be a great disadvantage to Ecuador at large.
>Even if one is innocent and the person tries to escape prison the person has committed a crime worth going to prisoner for. Generally, prison escape is a crime so why do it.
I hope I have clearly stated the reason why I disagree.
So, point A states “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” At some point, I would agree to this statement as A bad prison expose violence, harassment, bad mental health and poor health conditions and education causing effects on prisoners to be more violent and worse criminal. A prison is a platform where prisoners are able to rehabilitate themselves to be better citizen in the society. Prison shows more Human and moral aspects to prisoners to make them understand how to achieve a good status in the society. A bad prison moreover react the prisoners with violence and inhuman aspects affecting the prisoners mental, physical and social aspects. It rather more causes violence and crimes in a society. If the prisoners are set free, they would rather more stay with good citizen teaching them moral and social aspects of life. They might start a new career where there would be a family, a reputative society for him. Actually, the prisoners should be more often interacted with the humans maybe using A.I. However, I also disagree to that statement, as prison is a form of protective shield, protecting the local and civilized society from a threat. Prison is a place where the victims and their family gets the justice and the criminal is kept away from a society until it is completely reformed, so that it would not be a threat to a society any longer.
In conclusion, I would say I just made a balance perspective observation on the statement “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I would agree on the statement as the bad prison shows violent and Inhuman aspects to prisoner making it more worse, so prisoners should be set out free to be rehabilitate itself through a society. I would also disagree with it because prison is a place for criminals to reform and develop a understanding of a prisoner how to be better and reputative citizen in the society.
I pick C which states that “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free".
I totally disagree with this. First of all, escaping a prison is a CRIME. committing one crime on top of the other, running away from punishment, etc. Don't you really think this is something that calls for more punishment? Prisoners have been put in prison in order to be punished. Running away from punishment would be cowardly. In my opinion, prisons who capture prisoners who escaped should have add more time to their sentence, as well as having him or her being placed under increased security. It is not good to run away, instead, the prisoner should accept their faults and face the punishment.
I actually think that prisons should prevent this by finding humane ways to prevent prison breaks entirely. An example is by giving prisoners a safe and secure environment to change.
interesting points articulate moment. How about if the escaped prisoner is actually innocent and was wrongfully convicted of a crime they did not commit?
Cases like that happen often. Some people escape prison because they have been wrongfully accused. Not every prisoner is guilty. This being said, they still do not have the right to break the law just because they are innocent. One thing they do not think about is the fact that though they are innocent of the crime that put them in jail, breaking out of jail is also a crime which they can be punished for.
It is also another case if a prisoner breaks out and proves his or her innocence. If they can prove that they are innocent and the facts cannot be denied then they are innocent. An innocent man cannot be punished for doing nothing. However the fact that he or she broke out will still attract punishment. The punishment will not come from the previous crime but from the breakout itself, depending on how they broke out and what they did once out.
What I am trying to say is that two wrongs do not make a right. Being innocent of a crime does not give you the right to commit another.
Point C states that if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free. I completely disagree with this statement. To me it sounds like, "if a criminal is able to commit crimes without being caught then they deserve to commit them further without any obstruction". To me that point just seems silly. To think that a person can get away with even the most inhumane stuff if they are able to break free from confinement. What those criminals deserve is not freedom like any regular citizen but a punishment so tough that it will set an example for others. We can not risk the lives of innocent people by letting these dangerous criminals roam free without any evaluation or jail-time.
are all prisoners dangerous?
Hi Rebecca!
I do believe that rightfully convicted prisoners are dangerous. If they did something so terrible to end up in jail then we don't know what else they are capable of. For the sake of everyone's safety prisoner who are able to escape should not be allowed to roam free.
I agree with point C because to train and discipline criminals, the prison would need to possess good standards, morals, and regulations. A bad prison containing criminals is almost equivalent as letting them roam freely. For me, good prisons are far better than just a prison.
Where should this sit on a government's priority list when they have schools, hospitals and other public services to provide?
Hi,
Here are my responses to each point:
Point A: "if a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go".
I disagree with this because allowing a prisoner to go free simply because the prison is bad would undermine the justice system's function of maintaining public safety and ensuring accountability for criminal actions. Improving the conditions within the prison would be a more appropriate response.
Point B:"A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better".
I agree with this because Poor prison conditions can lead to increased recidivism rates and worsen criminal behavior instead of rehabilitating inmates. A well-run prison should focus on rehabilitation and reintegration into society to reduce crime.
Point C: "if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free".
I disagree with this because escaping from prison does not justify granting freedom to the prisoner. Prisoners are confined as a consequence of breaking the law, and allowing an escapee to go free would undermine the legal system's authority and endanger public safety.
Thank you!!
I agree with your point "A" because simply releasing prisoners without proper planning or alternatives may not be the best solution. Implementing effective rehabilitation programs, and considering alternative sentencing methods that can contribute to a more just and constructive criminal justice system. All I'm saying is that the main focus is to be reforming prisons rather than solely releasing individuals without proper support or addressing the root causes of their involvement in criminal activities.
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“If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I totally disagree with this because if prisoner is able to escape he won’t do anything but make it worse. If he was put in the prison for murder and he was able to escape then he would do murder again or if he was in prison for stealing he would steal again. A person who once done something he would deff do it again.
I think the quote is trying to say that if they are able to escape, then the prison clearly isn't good enough (it's not properly secure) so the prison is to blame, not the person who escaped. Do you agree with this?
The prison is to blame because if the prison has been well secure the prisoner won't be able to escape. Also, if the prison reformation is good the prisoner won't think of escaping, because the mindset of the prisoner would have changed and the prisoner would have discovered that crime doesn't pay.
So, if a prison has reformation has their priority, prisoners won't think of escaping.
I agree because... not all people would want to change after being in prison. Most people want to escape to have the freedom they once had before committing the crime that got them into prison .The news about "Fito" the leader of a very notorious gang in Ecuador a country in South America is a very terrifying to hear. He surely escaped to continue his life of crime and take revenge on the government for putting him in jail. As usual his mother claims that his is innocent and that any time something goes missing the always blame him. He is surely thirsty for revenge. therefore if a prisoner escapes he should be taken back to prison until they finish serving their terms. if this happens , just maybe, he or she will turn a new leaf and truly repent before being released into civilized society a changed person.
Let's consider the opinion of Icon-B: "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better."
I agree with this opinion because a poorly managed or inadequate prison environment may fail to rehabilitate inmates, potentially leading to increased criminal behaviour. Ineffective rehabilitation programs, harsh conditions, and lack of support systems can contribute to a negative cycle of criminality rather than promoting positive change.
Someone who disagrees with this opinion might argue that the primary purpose of prisons is punishment rather than rehabilitation. They may believe that harsh conditions act as deterrents and that focusing on making prisons more comfortable could be perceived as lenient. Additionally, those who prioritize the punitive aspect of imprisonment might argue that concerns about the impact of a bad prison on recidivism are secondary to the need for punishment.
Overall, differing opinions on prison effectiveness often stem from varying perspectives on the goals of incarceration—whether it should primarily focus on punishment, rehabilitation, or a combination of both.
Icon-A: "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go."
Analysis: This opinion suggests a perspective that emphasizes the negative consequences of a poorly run prison and proposes the idea of releasing prisoners as a solution.
Icon-C: "If a prisoner is able to escape, then they deserve to be free."
Analysis: This opinion takes a stance that links the ability to escape with deserving freedom, indicating a belief that successful evasion of imprisonment should be rewarded with liberty.
I agree with option B because a prison is meant to correct an offender not to traumatize the person. If the person is physically and mentally inflicted upon, when the person serves his or her sentence time and they are eventually released from prison, they will cause harm to the society. Although prison is meant to punish people who have committed crime, it should also serve as a correctional center as well. If these prisoners do not change, their service time should be elongated . A criminal should not be denied all their rights because it could have adverse effects on the person. If prisons continue to maltreat prisoners, when they leave prison they will become worse and they can also influence others to join them. This can escalate because they can work together and also bring other people to join them to become a national threat.
Opinion A says that “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” However, I for one don't believe that this should happen. Instead of setting prisoners free from "bad prisons" governments should focus on improving the state of the prisons instead of setting them free. The majority of prisoners inside these bad prisons are not ready to be released into society and would most likely get into more conflict when they get out. People that would think the opposite to my opinion are most likely the prisoners. The reasons for this is that poor living conditions in prison can cause diseases that can even lead to death. Even if this is true its better if governments just reform prisons instead of releasing them.
I'd like to talk about Point C because I believe if a prisoner escapes that they should get a harsher sentence instead of being free because instead of staying there and waiting their time they decided to escape and if they do that and they're caught they deserve to get more time.
how about if the prisoner who escaped is actually innocent and was wrongfully convicted?
I think I would agree with option B which says that “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
The idea that prisons might make people worse instead of better is a debated topic. Some say prisons can be tough with not enough resources and too many people, exposing individuals to bad influences that worsen their behavior. Programs to help prisoners change may not always work because they lack access to education, job training, and mental health services.
For some, going to prison starts a cycle of more crime. When they come out, they struggle to adjust to regular life, find jobs or places to live, and end up returning to criminal activities. Long prison stays make it hard for individuals to fit into society again. After leaving prison, they often face discrimination, social rejection, and few opportunities, leading to a repeated cycle of criminal behavior. Many don't get enough help to reintegrate into society, like finding a place to live, getting a job, or getting mental health support. The strict control in prisons can have lasting effects on mental health. While not everyone in prison gets worse, recognizing successful changes is important. To improve, we need to solve these problems and ensure that programs and community support for prisoners are effective, leading to better outcomes for those in the criminal justice system.
I am in full support to option C. As for me, the fact that prisoners escape from prison basically sends a clear message that they should be set free. Look at it like this, the fact that they are able to escape means that they have discovered loop wholes in the prison system, there is also a possibility that they must have conived with some or atleast one prison guard so, if there is any other situation that leads to them getting into prison, escaping will be a piece of cake. That already damages the system because the last thing you want is a hidden betrayer in your system, most likely, that is what is happenning in Ecuador. Also, the fact that the prisoners were able to escape means that they have reformed their criminal skills therefore making them even better at what they do, they must have also studied how the police operate and will upgrade their techniques to double cross the police the next time. From this, we can see that the prison does nothing but make the prisoners better which implies that they do not do what they are meant to do so, i feel the prisoners deserve to be set free.
If a prisoner is able to escape, then they deserve to be free," holds opinion C. I vehemently disagree since they left without expressing regret or remorse. A prisoner who breaks free is not behaving well; rather, they are doing badly, which is unacceptable. Good behaviour in prisoners can occasionally lead to a reduction in sentence.
Hello everyone,
I agree with point 'B', because, these days prisons are no more punishment centers, the prison has now been made very comfortable and then I believe this can increase crime, sometimes the economy of a country becomes so bad and then poverty becomes so great that some even continue doing crime so that they can go back to the prison where everything is provided for them and they feel life is far easier in the prison.
Moving to point 'A', Well I do not understand the kind of bad prisons that is meant in that statement.
But I would try and talk a little on what I understand, I do not understand why there should be a bad prison, how can a place that is supposed to change bad people for good be bad, I personally think that any prison that is referred to as bad should be eliminated, truth is a bad prison cannot correct a criminal because fact is two bads don't make a good.
"I disagree with option C because if inmates escape without consequence, they may develop the intention to commit further crimes. Furthermore, they might believe that even if recaptured, they can make repeated escape attempts, perpetuating the cycle of criminal behavior and posing an ongoing threat to society." Thank You
Hi there!
I disagree with option A. While it's true that poorly managed or inhumane prisons should be reformed to ensure the well-being of inmates and the efficacy of the criminal justice system, simply releasing prisoners without addressing the root issues may not be a comprehensive solution. A responsible approach involves improving conditions within the prison system, implementing rehabilitative programs, and addressing systemic issues contributing to the problems. Abruptly releasing individuals without adequate support or rehabilitation can pose risks to public safety and hinder the potential for positive reintegration into society. It's essential to strive for a balanced and just approach, addressing the shortcomings of the prison system while considering the safety and well-being of both inmates and the broader community.
It will be very bad.. If prisons are not working, it means that they are failing to achieve their primary goals of deterring criminal behavior, promoting public safety, and rehabilitating prisoners. In such cases, alternative approaches may be necessary.
One alternative approach is to focus on prevention through social and economic support, education, and mental health services. This could include programs designed to address the root causes of crime, such as poverty, lack of education, and mental health issues.
Another alternative approach is to shift the focus from incarceration to rehabilitation. This could involve investing in programs that provide educational and vocational training, mental health and addiction services, and support for re-entry into society after release. Community-based alternatives to incarceration, such as restorative justice programs, may also be effective in reducing recidivism and promoting rehabilitation.
The key is to recognize that prisons alone cannot solve the complex issues underlying criminal behavior. Effective solutions will require a combination of prevention, rehabilitation, and community-based alternatives, along with a commitment to address broader social and economic challenges.
I agree with B which says a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. Why? You may ask. If the prison is bad from the aspect of the prisoners that are put inside then they can have a bad influence on new inmates. Thereby making the prison bad and detestable to the new inmates.
Opinion 'A': "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go."
I disagree with this. While it is true that a poorly managed or ineffective prison system can have negative consequences, simply releasing prisoners from a bad prison is not a solution. A more appropriate response would be to improve the conditions and effectiveness of the prison system rather than allowing potentially dangerous individuals to be released without proper rehabilitation or assessment of their potential threat to society.
People who might think the opposite could argue that releasing prisoners from a bad prison is a way to address the immediate issues and human rights concerns associated with poor prison conditions. They may believe that the harm caused by keeping individuals in substandard conditions outweighs the potential risks of releasing them. Additionally, those advocating for this perspective might argue for alternative approaches to punishment and rehabilitation outside the traditional prison system.
However, I think it's crucial to consider the potential risks and consequences of releasing prisoners without addressing the underlying problems in the prison system. The opposing view may not adequately address the need for public safety and the importance of rehabilitation programs to reduce the likelihood of reoffending.
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I do not agree with point A as if the prison is bad, the people who work there, or even the head of that country, should think of ways to improve it, not just letting prisoners go. They can improve prisons by adjusting the security systems or just increase the number of staff so they can guard the prison doors and prevent the prisoners from escaping easily.
I think I would agree with point B because if you have a bad prison, it is completely pointless to put people who had committed a crime to be in there as they can escape so easily. They might continue to do crimes if they knew that they can escape the prison easily so a bad prison would just make crimes worse instead of crimes getting better.
I would not agree with point C because if a prisoner is able to escape a prison, it might mean that the security system is not strong enough, there is not enough members of staff or maybe that it is just a small problem like a hole in the wall. If the prisoner is able to escape from a prison, good or bad, they do not deserve to be free as they have committed a crime and is sent to a prison. You would not know if the person is guilty or not on the inside even though they said they were, and you would never know if they would do another crime or do the crime he or she had committed again.
Overall, I would only agree with point B among all of the three statement above.
Well done for giving lots of reasons for your point of view. Should prison staff be paid high salaries?
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This discussion left the class debating for over thirty minutes. Most students where mostly supporting point A, but I strongly disagree with it. How can you let go of a prisoner the person was good, they would not be in prison. It will be very unsafe to let a prisoner go; it can harm society. I also personally think the prison should step up their game and make sure it is hard for a prisoner to escape and besides it is not a prison if people can easily escape it.
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Great to hear that you had such a lively discussion! Are all prisoners equally harmful to society, in your opinion, regardless of what they are in prison for?
Yes of course, because in my point of view, once you are in prison it means you have gone against the law. Even if it is a really petty law, it still counts as crime, and you deserve to be in prison.
But people are sent to prison for many different things, not all of them for violent crimes. Is the justice system wrong to weigh up what a person did and why they did it when sentencing someone to prison?
It is an inconvertable fact that the job of prisons is to impose penalties to offenders and imprison them in order to isolate them from the society, as they might be dangerous and threatening. Prison officers are responsible for preventing prisoners from escaping and they also are in control of the ensurement of the citizens' safety. So, it goes without saying that i strongly disagree with opinion A and of course C. Under no circumstances should prisoners be entitled to live their life freely after comitting a crime and escaping prison. Nevertheless, the point illustrated in opinion B seems compelling, enthralling and also very meaningful. A prison that doesn't meet the standards to be considered a good prison, is more likely to increase crime rather than reduce it. Consequently, in my view, prisons that doesn't offer the administration of justice and fairness has to be eliminated and in place of them more purposive prisons should be generated. I think my belief is more than correct and every other consious and responsible citizen will undoubtedly agree with me.
I agree with point B because if a prison bad in terms of how much people keep breaking out, then none of the prisoners whom are sentenced there will really fear their sentence. They will simply start planning on how they'll escape. For example, if there is a state with one state prison and that prison is known to have criminals escape frequently or to easily allow bail on criminals of any degree of crime, then criminals in that state won't really worry about the consequences of their actions. They will commit crime, go to prison and come out again without the slightest change of heart or feeling of resent, which are things you could really say a criminal is sentenced to prison for.
A prison has to be very secure and well taken care of as well as well managed. Some prisons have fights between their criminals and this is not a great incident for it to be a reoccurring issue in many countries. Prisoners who are not sentenced to death are not meant to die. Prisoners who are , aren't meant to be killed by fellow cell mates.
A bad prison with poor management may allow a violent prisoner to go absolutely free after injuring a fellow cell mate. This is just ruining the image of the disciplinary commitee of this state and even the government.
Therefore, if a prison is bad, it gives criminals another reason to commit their crime.
I agree with option B and I disagree with the rest. This is because option A says that if a prison is bad it is better to let the prisoners go. If you let them go they could harm the people that reported them. The best thing is to make the prisons better and prevent any incidence.
If they decide to let them roam free they will keep committing crimes without learning any lesson and that will make the country unsafe.
Option C says that if a prisoner escapes they deserve to be free. I disagree if the government allows an escaped prisoner to be free it means they are not taking security of their people seriously. That prisoner does not deserve to be free.
I agree with option B because if the prison condition is harsh on the prisoner they may hate the police the government and those that put them in prison more. They will also mix with other criminals and learn their vices from them. If the prison system treats the prisoner too kindly they will not feel remorseful being in prison and can commit crimes again knowly without caring if they go back to prison
When it comes to the impact of a poorly run prison, the consequences can be far-reaching. Not only does it fail to rehabilitate individuals, but it can also perpetuate a cycle of criminal behavior. This can lead to increased recidivism rates and further strain on the justice system. By addressing the root causes of these issues within the prison system, we can work towards creating an environment that promotes rehabilitation, reduces crime, and ultimately contributes to a safer society for everyone.
Actually, the option I agree with is (b). This is because a poorly functioning prison can actually contribute to the problem of crime by failing to rehabilitate inmates, fostering resentment, and perpetuating a cycle of criminal behavior. On the other hand, option (a) suggests that if a prison is bad, prisoners should be released. However, releasing prisoners without proper evaluation can have potential consequences for public safety and the criminal justice system. As for option (c), the act of escaping from prison does not automatically justify or warrant a prisoner's release. Therefore, I only agree with option (b).
I strongly disagree with A because a prisoner must be imprisoned to know that they have committed a mistake and they will be corrected positively and if the prison is bad then the use of harsh punishment cones into place.
I wonder, approachble_wolverine. Do you think people actually do have to be imprisoned in order to learn from their mistakes? Can you think of any other forms of punishment which might be suitable - for exmple for less serious crimes?
People do not have to be imprisoned to learn from their mistakes,prison should be the last resort. Maybe, they can be given a warning, asked to do community service(unpaid work for several months), or pay fines.
I disagree with opinion A. I say this because prison is a place for people who have committed crimes to serve the amount of time they owe for their crime. It doesn't matter if the prison is good or bad because at the end of the day, the prisoners have done something terribly wrong to be in there. If they let the prisoners go, those people would be running wild and committing crimes without paying the price and could do something far worse than the action that got them into prison in the first place. Prison is almost like rehabilitation. When some people come out of prison, they realize they have learned their lesson and will never do something that will get them put in jail ever again. Letting them out will only have them believe that if they behave bad enough, they'll be free to do whatever because the prison can't handle them.
I totally super disagree with opinion A. Point A, states that “ If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” Like I said I disagree because it would be a horrible idea to let terrible people go. In opinion A it is only thinking about the prisoners feeling and not actually thinking about the other citizens. It’s important to think about our safety in the community. Prisoner were put in jail for a reason “crimes”. We are focusing on everything and not just on what the prisoners think. Of the prisoners would be free it would be put a negative impact on our society.
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Point C, as we all know prison is a difficult task.The act of escaping from the prison is generally considered as a violation of the law. If the prisoners believes they are wrongfully convicted, there are legal avenues, such as appeals to address this concerns rather than resorting to escape.Although it is impossible to escape from the prison. But think that, if prisoners are fully planned to escape from a prison and if prisoners can success their plan, escaping from prison undermines the justice systems ability to differentiate between innocent and guilty parties.Escaping from prison doesn’t address the root cause of any potential injustice or wrongful conviction it only adds more legal complications. Resorting to escape diminishes the credibility of any claims of innocence, as it implies a disregard for established legal processes.
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I strongly disagree with option A and C, Point A being “If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go'' and B being- “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free. Firstly, let's consider why prisons are made,
Reform: Reform will not only help the prisoners change their moral principles, change their viewpoint on the society and address shortcomings, respond to changing circumstances, and better align systems with societies values and expectations.
Realize: Realization on your shortcomings is a liberating feeling which will help the prisoners realize their mistake and give them courage to accept themselves and take responsibility. Which in turn will foster understanding and help them reintegrate themselves into the society.
Reintegrate: Once the inmates have finally understood the meaning of imprisonment, accept the justice that has been served and take responsibility of their actions, then finally reintegration can proceed after a few or many years.
And reform, realize and reintegrate are all core reasons for the existences of prisons.
Let's look by the perspective of A first "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”
This completely ignores all the reasons of the prison's establishment in the first place. Research indicates that recidivism rates are significant, with approximately 49.3% of federal offenders being rearrested after serving for 1 or 2 years. This is not even counting the resentment in their hearts waiting to take revenge. Although the prisons conditions may vary from place to place like Norway which has the most favorable conditions for the prisoners, and Russia except from North Korea having the least favorable conditions. Although issues such as overcrowding, inadequate medical care, poor sanitation, and instances of violence and abuse are prevalent, and the conditions may vary but it is in the truth that human hearts can only truly be reached through understanding, acceptance and reform. Which will help stop the crime a lot, reassure the public and forge a new path for the prisoners to enjoy their life. After all you have got only 1 life.
Option C also faces similar problems, "If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.”
This indicates literally that you should be trying to escape with all you're might and not change for the better at all.
The core reasons for prisons are also ignored and people will be motivated to commit more crimes. Ok so this is the prisoner's mindset'' I have been trapped by the people here for just a petty crime, after I escape let's see who's petty. 'I probably think that crime, violence in prisons and abuse will skyrocket due to the favorable conditions towards the escapees.
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I choose B: “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
I agree with this opinion because a poorly managed, overcrowded(during the COVID-19 pandemic crowded prisons were particularly vulnerable to outbreaks)or abusive prison can lead to the deterioration of the mental and physical health of the prisoners(like severe psychological effects,anxiety,depression and an increased risk of self-harm)...This can make it harder for them to integrate back into society once they are released,which can increase the likelihood of recidivism...Countries with more rehabilitative and humane prison systems often experience lower rates of recidivism For Ex-Norway,with its focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment has one of the lowest recidivism rates in the world,standing at around 20% compared to much higher rates in countries with harsher prison conditions...Moreover,such prisons can encourage resentment and anger among prisoners,which can escalate into violence and further criminal behaviour....The Stanford Prison Experiment conducted by Philip Zimbardo highlighted how a simulated prison environment with abusive conditions led to extreme behavioural changes among both guards and prisoners in just a few days which proves the fact..
Picture that like you're walking down the street and you overhear a conversation.Someone is arguing that bad prisons are necessary to deter crime and they firmly believe that harsh punishments are the only way to prevent people from committing crimes.They even go as far as to say that prisoners should not be given the privilege of comfortable living conditions.Now,while I can understand why some people might hold this view,I can't help but wonder whether they've really considered the long-term consequences of such an approach.Do they really think that treating people inhumanely will make them more law-abiding citizens?I don't think so and in fact, I believe that implementing a more humane approach to incarceration is not only the right thing to do,but it's also more effective in reducing crime rates.
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I disagree with opinion A because improving prison conditions is essential for rehabilitation but releasing prisoners without addressing underlying issues may not be the solution. A comprehensive approach involving reform, rehabilitation rehabilitation and community support is often more effective.
Option B -“A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
I agree with this statement as a prision is a place for a person to understand their own crime as well as repent for it. Now to support this statement a point I would like to share would be " That a person's environment shapes their personality " Thus if the prisons are bad ( their environment are bad) they rather than making the criminal understand their mistake and repent for it they negatively impact the mindset of criminals sometimes increase their confidence in committing crimes which would result in the prisoner committing more serious crime therefore I agree with option B
I disagree with option c which says that "if a prisoner escapes prison he/she should be let go" if a prisoner escapes prison it means that he/she now knows how to escape a prison if caught again and if you let them go then he/she will think that doing crime is easy so he/she will do it again instead I think that we should catch them and send them to a prison which is harder to escape.
I agree because...Yeah, prisoners who have escaped prison, if let go, will commit a lot of crimes.
Just think about the time, when there were no prisons! How could the criminals be punished then? The rate of crime was also less then. Now we are spending thousands of dollars in building prisons, but did it stop the offender from committing crime? Instead of reducing crime, it is breeding more criminals then earlier. Then a question arise that is the Prision serving its actual purpose or just creating more crimes in the society?
Well, many of you have heard about the restorative justice. It's the alternative system that says when a crime happens it's a breach of relationship and the need of those who have been harmed must be addressed first, the offenders have an obligation to make amends of their mistake. In this system, both the offenders and the person who become the victim are engaged in conversations and dialogue among themselves to find a way to repair the breach. Research shows that restorative justice creates empathy among the offenders and reduces violent reoffending much more than spending years in prisons. For this reason, now a days we see prosecutors and attorneys try to settle the case outside of the court and in a restorative justice. So instead of building prisons we should be building spaces to amplify restorative justice.
let's for example, a student has committed a crime in the school and as a punishment he gets suspended from the school. This suspension has been fueling the pathway to prisons for decades because those students later engaged in offensive works. So instead of suspending anyone we can do a peacemaking among the offender and the victim. In this way we can save the future of both parties and can also reduce the reoffending of crime. Again, the prisoners who spend most of the years in prison and when they came back to normal life their live has already came to an end. Because they will not be able to earn their livelihood and also many people will not give them jobs because of their past records. Then those people again choose the path of crime to fulfill their basic needs. If this is the outcome of being in a prison for years, then I will say it's better not to have any prisons in the world. Instead of wasting money on building modern prisons, we should build spaces for job training and place for restorative economy. We have to make ensure that every people are able to fulfill their basic needs and live a comfortable and safe life. This will reduce the rate of crime among the people.
In my point of view, I will choose restorative justice over prison because restorative justice works to reform a person where prisons in most case breeds crime. If this is the condition of prison, the prisoners are not able to get back to normal life, then it's better to not have prisons. I wish we can convert the prisons into restorative justice center and help each other to lead a normal life and also reduce crimes in the society. The government must ensure job opportunities for everyone to reduce the crime.
I strongly disagree with C, because when a prisoner escapes, it is usually done with the help of somebody from outside. In this case, Fito has most probably received some help from other gang members which the authorities hadn't been able to catch. This man's escape meant turning the whole country upside down. He has done a lot of harm to the system and especially to the innocent people who live there. He literally just took their right to live in freedom, and not be afraid to walk on the street. When such a thing happens, children can't safely go to school and benefit from education. That also causes lots of problems. Another awful thing is that many shops had to be shut down, due to the dangerous conditions of work. So now, my question is: What makes that man think that he has the right to wreck so many people's lives? Is he better than them all, just because he has power? Well that can't be true. This kind of power obtained from others fear is not the right one to have. I don't like how others benefit from other people. The fact that he is a gang leader, and not any other kind of leader is supposed to speak a thousand words. Why was he only able to be in a gang doing illegal things, and not do anything good for the society. Was it easier this way? I'm really curious.
Also, why did he kidnap so many police officers, when they were just doing their job? They were rightfully working to earn money. Maybe some of them even had a family and kids back home. I think that being so careless about such details is a crime itself. Do you agree?
I would agree with option B, because if a prison is bad, the prisoners would escape and cause more chaos in the society, which would make the citizens afraid that they may be attacked.
“If a prisoner is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go” i absolutely disagree with this because if they let prisoners out the world would be in great danger. More and more crimes will happen indeed stealing , drug dealing and more on will happen. Because of that even if a prisoner is bad they should still be in prison and be punished.
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I strongly disagree with option C. Firstly, escaping signifies a deliberate violation of the law, undermining the authority of the criminal justice system and sending a message that legal consequences can be avoided.
Additionally, the circumstances of a prisoner's incarceration, such as the severity of the offense and potential danger to society, are crucial factors for determining an appropriate punishment. Granting automatic freedom to escapees bypasses this evaluation, disregarding due process in deciding suitable consequences.
Furthermore, escaped prisoners may pose an ongoing threat to public safety. Releasing them without reassessment jeopardizes the well-being of the public and risks exposing innocent individuals to harm.
Lastly, allowing escaped prisoners to go free undermines the rehabilitation process. The criminal justice system aims to reform offenders, and granting freedom without addressing underlying issues hampers the potential for positive change.
In summary, preventing escaped prisoners from leaving freely is essential for maintaining the legal system's integrity, ensuring public safety, and upholding principles of justice and rehabilitation.
I agree with point B because when we relate this point to Fito's case, we can find out that after his escape, the prison guards have been held hostage by the inmates. BBC reporter Vanessa Buschschlüter said that "Inmates have reportedly taken a number of prison guards hostage and have threatened to kill them if soldiers are deployed to regain control of the penitentiaries". After Fito's escape, soldiers in Ecuador had been deployed at several prisons to ensure a situation like that does not take place again. But once word was out about the government's act, prisoners at "The Rock" prison held the prison guards captive and threatened to kill them if the military were to be deployed at that prison.
This happened as a result of the poor prison system in Ecuador. News reporter Kimberly Brown of Aljazeera stated that gang wars have been taking place within and outside prisons. During an interview with Narvaez, he said that “If the prisoners don’t attack again, it’s because they don’t want to. They can attack whenever they want,” Narvaez told Al Jazeera.The bad prison has just made crime worse in a place where criminals are to be corrected.
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I don't agree with any of the options. I think that if there is going to be a prison it should be guarded properly and be secure. All prisoners have done something wrong so they need time out in prison. They shouldn't be let go because people can't guard a prison properly if your job is a guard you should be committed to it.
I agree with the option B "A bad person can make crime worse instead of better."
When individuals perceive a bad person as being successful or getting away with their criminal activities, it can create a sense of disillusionment and frustration among law-abiding citizens. This disillusionment can lead to a loss of faith in the justice system and a belief that crime is an inevitable part of their reality. This can change law - abiding citizens thinking and they can do crime too. A bad person's actions can have a ripple effect on the social fabric of a community. Their criminal behavior can disrupt social cohesion and trust among community members.These social repercussions can make it more challenging for individuals to come forward as witnesses or cooperate with law enforcement, hindering the investigation and prosecution of crime. A bad person's involvement in crime can have economic consequences for the community. Their activities can deter investments, drive businesses away, and limit opportunities for growth and development. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty, unemployment, and desperation, creating an environment where crime thrives.When individuals perceive that a bad person is not being held accountable for their actions, it can erode faith in the legal system and fuel a sense of resentment and frustration. This can result in vigilantism or individuals taking matters into their own hands, further escalating tensions and potentially leading to more violence.
Some people might think different about this. Some individuals may subscribe to the idea of moral relativism, which suggests that moral judgments are subjective and vary from person to person or culture to culture. They may argue that what one person considers "bad" or "worse" in the context of a crime is merely a matter of personal opinion. There is a belief among some individuals that even bad people can change and be rehabilitated.
I disagree with point C because, in the aspect of fito's case, he escaped but that does not mean that he deserved to be free because we should remember he has committed grave crimes and must undergo punishment according to the law. If prisoners are just allowed to go when they escape, it would serve as a bad moral and teach others negatively to commit grave crimes.
I choose point B, that is, "a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better" because with all I've managed to notice about prisons today, they maltreat prisoners, beat them up, give them hard labor and all manner of things. And I feel that some who may eventually make it out alive, may see it as yes, they've been trained, they're now stronger than they were and can do better than they did before they got arrested, which then endangers the community.
I strongly disagree with point A because prisons are designed to separate criminals from people to protect citizens and to punish criminals for their crimes just cause the prison is bad doesn't mean they should let all the prisoners go it is very unsafe because who knows if the criminals learned their lesson? They can still go and freely commit crimes if they were let go which will put citizens in danger and is a very bad and irresponsible choice.
I can image if a prison is bad, it would be better if the prisoners are free. If a prison is not working well there will be a lot of chaos that will be occurring that not even the government will be able to stop it because, criminals can come together to cause problems and for people to live they will have to join them.
I totally disagree with option C because, if a prisoner escapes it just shows that he or she has not yet learnt his or her lesson. I feel not many people should oppose this because, everyone has to pay for his or her crimes one way or another. I also doubt that they will have strong reasons for option C. I also read a quote that read, "The best way to keep a prisoner from escaping is to make sure he never knows he's in prison" -Fyodor Dostoevsky. In essence of what he said was if you make a prisoner a bit comfortable, and also impose the fact he or she has to change and your prison also has strong security, I feel there is no way the prisoner would escape.
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Opinion A "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go." I disagree with this point because it would spread bad and negative information to let bad people go anywhere because prisons are important for the safety and overall development of the society. Prisons are established to keep the society secure by separating those bad peoples and criminals. To provide safety and justice prisons should be improved. I agree because the prison is supposed to change the attitude, mind set and behavior of people. No matter how bad the prison is prisoners should not be freed. If prisoners are freed, people in the country would be free to commit crime because they know that no matter what they do big crime either small crime they would not go to prison. The life of citizens would also be endangered if prisoners are not kept in prison. They will destroy the overall development of the country and innocent people will not get justice.
So, prisons should be strict, and it should not be freed.
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lets put B "a bad prison can make crime wore instead of better "into consideration. In the case of fito in Ecuador, according to time magazine "fito escaped as a result of a 'completely failed' prison systems. it also says that about 400 lives were lost as a result of violence in Ecuador since 2021. In the prisons in Ecuador, there is a lot of Corruption, and prisoners are able to lay their hands on weapons and other contraband with relative ease. Hearing of a prison like this will of course it will increase the rate of crime because, if the prisoners are allowed to enjoy these privillages there will be increase in crime rate
I strongly disagree with point C: “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free. "This is not and will never be the right solution to the prison. If someone does not go by the rules, they do not deserve a reward but a punishment. Imagine i your dog escapes, will you let the dog go free because it is able to escape? NO!
Bad behavior deserves punishment not a reward.
I agree to opinion B that a bad prison can make crime was instead of better.
A poorly managed prison can exacerbate criminal tendencies.
Nowadays individual often research to corrupt means to make a living. If a prison lacks proper oversight, it implies that the management might also be engaged in corruption while prisons aim to correct offenders some officers contribute to criminal activities within, such as drug use homosexuality, lesbianism and gang formation. Upon release,these individual pose threats to society. when such behavior is uncovered prisoners often attempt to bribe prison guards.
I strongly agree with option B.
"A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
This is true because;
The definition of a prison in my own terms is a form of isolated and correctional facility where people are kept legally in order to protect the lives of outsiders and also to influence the characters of the prisoners.
If a prison doesn't offer the right facilities needed for people to develop and change their way of life it defeats the whole purpose of them being put there. Some might argue that a prison isn't supposed to be a good or comfortable place but rather a place for punishment.
And yes I agree, but if we are looking at the bigger picture and to prevent anything worse from occurring in the future peradventure a prisoner is released,prisons should provide proper facilities and accommodation but not in a way that they become too relaxed and forget that it is supposed to be a punishment as well.
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I went with opinion b which is “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” In my opinion a bad prison is one which cannot help criminals change to become better citizens, teach them how to make an honest living, have deep reflection on their actions and change and so on. So if that is what a bad citizen is, it means that crime will increase because those who have left jail are not well trained to make a living, sometimes they even end up going back to crime because they feel no remorse for what they have done and above all when the prisons do not have good security they will not be able to protect other citizens from the inmates. In essence I am just trying to say that if certain measures(such as handwork training, better security and guidance and counselling) are not taken to better prisons they will not make an impact in the life of inmates hereby stopping crime.
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I'm on a balance with option A- "if a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go". One important fact is that everyone is a human being and deserves love no matter what they have done because there are chances of them changing. If in prison a person is subjected to degrading treatment, inhumane conditions, and abusive interactions it can lead to substantial social, behavioral, and cognitive trauma that can make it difficult for them to reintegrate into society when released. This is way even worse than letting the criminal off the hook because in society they can live a normal life and maybe even change due to receiving proper treatment but in prison they are being tormented all the time, this might even lead them into creating crimes against police officers, their families and the society at large because they have grown to hate them.
On the other hand because prisons conditions are bad doesn't mean prisoners should be let go. The prisoner has committed a crime that led him/her into prison so he/she should be able to face the consequences of their actions. A prison is a place to punish offenders so even if the punishments are really bad the prisoner deserves everything they are getting. Prisoners can also not be let off the hook because them being in prison is justice for the victims of their crimes. Releasing prisoners is the same as bringing insecurity into the society which is not beneficial at all.
I agree that prisoners might be subjected to disregarding treatment, inhumane conditions and all which would make it difficult for them to agree with the community norms anymore but I am on the fact that we have been read the laws of nation and any one that defiles it or go against it shall face the consequences which have been stated,so I see no reason why somehow would deliberately commit a crime and still except to be subjected to jolly regards. Rules are rules,if one go against it,they should face the consequences because they have been lead thought the consequences of the act if they find themselves professing the act.
I do not agree that if a person is able to escape jail, means they are allowed to be free. I believe that when someone is in prison, it is only right for them to serve the amount of time they are meant to serve. Finding the ¨easy way out of something¨ should not mean they can get out of any harm they have caused. In this case, they would only be running from their problems instead of proving not only to others, but also themselves that they are not a changed person.
I agree with options C because... If a prison should let go of prisoners, because their is no strong and well secured place that is not yet guided with a strong security, they forces that is in charge of guiding the prison, they don't care what they prisoner's are doing, the don't also care whether they smuggle phone in the prison. Why i said that is because they people that are in charge of guiding the prison are they one helping in smuggling of phone and other electronic gadgets that will help them escape from prison at any point in time. That is why government should provide good and well discipline security to be able to guide the prison and keep the society and country safe.Therefore, I believe that the solution is not to simply let prisoners go, but to reform the prison system and make it more humane, affordable and effective.
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I agree with A and C because I don't think that Praises are safe and they don't work. Well, maybe they do work or maybe they don't. Sometimes people go back to jail over and over again, but other times it changes them. So you never really know what someone's mindset is. Some prisons focus on rehabilitation, while others are just in it for the money. There are also people who genuinely want to help others. So you can't really say for sure what the true purpose of a prison or the person behind it is. In my opinion, you can't say for sure if it works or not. It's just something you never really know.
I don't quite agree with option C. No one who hasn't committed an actual crime goes to prison. Freedom for criminals is like encouraging more crimes. These persons go on and on influencing more persons in the society. No criminal deserves freedom. Instead, the government should work towards making the prison secure for prisoners. Option B is close to what i think. A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. It can be a meeting point of criminals who devise means of escaping and doing more harms in the society.
I agree to opinion A because there is no use of prisons or correctional centers if they don't correct inmates. Imagine how many times Veto has been in prison but had still not learnt or repented from his ways.
Option C says if a criminal is able to escape then they deserve to be free.
Firstly what Is a prison meant for, it is a place whereby offender go to serve term for crimes committed or in other words where justice is served. Why should prisoner be left scot free when they are able to escape. That's wrong as this bring about insecurities in a community. The community needs to be reassured that they will be safe when they are going about in their daily activities. If prisoners are released after been able to escape Its doesn't sound appropriate it make it sound like an escape room game which Is sad as lives are been put on the line. Also this make the younger generation to come want to indulge in crime as they will be able to go scot free. So no way to this as It has lots of consequences in people's lives.
Am going with option A because if the prison is already bad, there is no point in keeping the prisoners in it, things will just get worse and when they are released, they would be havoc in the nation which is not something that we want to happen, a prison is a building in which criminals are legally put in jail as a punishment for a crime they have committed or while awaiting trial. So my point is that if the prison is bad how can they punish the criminals, victims will be everywhere and the crime rate of the country will increase.
I understand your point of approach and stress, the decision of keeping offenders in a failed prison system is quite difficult to make but nevertheless, considering some key factors I came to realize that it is still very necessary. First of all, one primary argument for keeping prisoners in a malfunctioning prison is the need to ensure public safety. Even if the prison system is not ideal, releasing individuals who have been convicted of crimes might pose risks to society. Secondly, Legal systems are built on the principles of justice and the rule of law. Releasing prisoners due to problems within the prison may be seen as a violation of the legal process and the sentences handed down by the courts. Also, Critics might argue that the malfunctioning prison system should be reformed or improved rather than prisoners being released. The focus should be on addressing the root causes of the issues within the prison, such as lack of rehabilitation programs, poor conditions, or inadequate staff training. Futhermore, Advocates for keeping prisoners in a malfunctioning prison may argue that individuals should be held accountable for their actions. Releasing them due to systemic failures might be viewed as shifting the burden of accountability away from the convicted individuals. Now, don't get me wrong, i'm not saying that the fact that the prison systems are failed is good because it is actually a big problem but, releasing the criminals is not just the right solution to the problem.
I disagree with those opinions. The reason I disagree is first with A. A states that “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”. The reason I disagree with that statement is due to the fact that the prisoner had to do something bad to be there in the first place. Even if the prisoner didn't do anything that bad, they should still face the consequences. Jails are not meant to be fun, pretty or even good. Next is statement B that states "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”. disagree with that as well due to many people changing when they know what will happen if they continue doing what is wrong. Lastly is statement C, which states “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.”. I believe that if a prisoner is able to escape and does, they should face more time in prison. Not be let free. I say this because to me it sounds that they can just escape like nothing happended and not face their consequences.
I disagree with A, because if a thief is set free, but he has not learned his lesson, then he will probably go back to his old habits. What will happen afterwards? Many people might take it as an invitation to start committing crimes as well, because they won't be facing any kind of punishment at all. This could also raise the crime rate. If more and more people start stealing from each other, then more and more catastrophes will appear. For example: Many things start to be taken from shops. The owners notice, but they can do nothing about it, because the authorities released people from prisons. And so, there is no possible punishment for the thieves and no way of retrieving the stolen goods. The shop owners are very likely to take matters into their own hands. In order to prevent the burglaries from happening, they may decide to show some violence. They could fight over their own products, just so they don't get stolen. Such acts could wreck an entire state. The authorities are going to have a hard time resetting the peace. I believe that we should never give criminals the chance to destroy our entire system.
If a prison is bad and ineffective, then I think that we should be able to find ways to improve it. How can we do that? Well it depends on why the prison is that way. Depending on the issue, there surely can be found a solution. I don't believe that just letting go of the issue is gonna be helpful at all. We should be able to solve the problem. Otherwise, it is going to keep coming back at us, causing more and more problems.
Point C argues that if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free, but i strongly disagree. The reason for this is because i believe that prison is a place where people are sent so that they are able to be brought to justice but also to correct their errors and change the way they think for the better. But if a prisoner is able to escape then it clearly shows that they don't want to change for the better because they are leaving from a place that is trying to help them, and people might argue that maybe they just to be free. But i think that's not true because if they really wanted to, it wouldn't be logical for a person to escape prison just to be on the run for years until they are caught again, to me that doesn't seem "free". I think that for a prisoner to want to be free they should change their ways and do their time and get out the right way.
I disagree because people who have done wrong do not have the right to escape with no real punishment so I think they could raise the salary for prison guards and get young strong people to make it a difficult way to escape. Also add CCTV cameras to identify the people who are trying to escape and can take them to a higher level prison cell to lower the chance of getting them out of prison
I totally disagree with option A which says if a prison is bad, it will be better if they just let the prisoners go. If prisoners are allowed to go or live freely in the society, they end up committing more social crimes. How then can the bad ones be corrected or become better if not through sending them to prison. I quite agree with option B which says a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. A bad prison instead of correcting can make criminals more smart and dangerous which is not good for our society. Option C is completely out in my opinion. No prisoner deserves to be free. What will be the fate of the citizens if they are free. This will even lead to the increase in crime, corruption and influence.
Hey there! I totally understand the importance of considering different opinions when it comes to the effectiveness of prisons. Looking at the opinion you mentioned, "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go." I personally disagree with this viewpoint. The primary goal of prisons is to ensure the safety of the community by separating individuals who have committed crimes. Releasing prisoners without considering the safety and well-being of society could have negative consequences.
However, I can see how someone might think differently. Those who hold the opposite view might believe that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. They might argue that improving the conditions within prisons and focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration programs would be more effective in reducing crime rates. Their reasoning could be based on the belief that punishment alone may not address the root causes of criminal behavior.
It's important to have open discussions and consider different perspectives to find the best solutions for our society. What do you think about this? Do you agree or disagree with the opinion we discussed? Let me know your thoughts!
@empowered_didgeridoo - I like how you are looking at this from different perspectives! What kind of activities do you think would be helpful to prisoners who are a part of rehabilitation and/or reintegration programs?
In my view, none of these statements seem to hold much water. Each one, depending on how you spin it, seems to bring more harm than good when it comes to its impact on society. When delving into these diverse notions, it's as if we're navigating a labyrinth of thoughts surrounding prisons. Proposing the idea of releasing prisoners if their environment is problematic is akin to a call for fairness and decency, prompting us to reconsider our approaches. Additionally, there's the perspective that if prisons are in disarray, they may be fueling more problems than solving them. It's a plea for prisons to step up, fulfill their role, and genuinely aid individuals in steering away from harmful behavior. Now, the unconventional idea surfaces – suggesting that an escapee should get a free pass. It's perplexing, almost like tossing aside the rulebook and still expecting a reward. Determining the significance of each idea depends on what values resonate with you, whether it's treating people with respect, ensuring societal safety, or upholding established rules. Zooming out, these discussions prompt contemplation on our values and the intricate dynamics of the justice system. Advocating for the release of individuals from problematic prisons echoes a call for decency, while addressing the chaos within prisons emphasizes the need to mend rather than exacerbate the system. Then, the notion of escapees receiving a free ride challenges our perspectives on punishment and responsibility. In this ongoing conversation, we strive to decipher what aligns with our present understanding, ensuring our approach to justice reflects our priorities, guarantees safety, and fosters fairness for everyone involved.
I choose B; I choose b because if a prison is not working perfectly prisoners may take advantage of it. Sometimes if the prisoners learn that the prison is not working well when the police officers least expect it the prisoners may try and break out of jail and the crimes may get worse than better and it may also increase more than decrease. And also this may also cause other effect on other prisons for example, when fito escaped from the prison in Ecuador, other prisoners tried to break free. So if other prisons aren’t working well it may also affect other prisons that are working well.
I choose B; I choose b because if a prison is not working perfectly prisoners may take advantage of it. Sometimes if the prisoners learn that the prison is not working well when the police officers least expect it the prisoners may try and break out of jail and the crimes may get worse than better and it may also increase more than decrease. And also this may also cause other effect on other prisons for example, when fito escaped from the prison in Ecuador, other prisoners tried to break free. So if other prisons aren’t working well it may also affect other prisons that are working well.
I choose B; I choose b because if a prison is not working perfectly prisoners may take advantage of it. Sometimes if the prisoners learn that the prison is not working well when the police officers least expect it the prisoners may try and break out of jail and the crimes may get worse than better and it may also increase more than decrease. And also this may also cause other effect on other prisons for example, when fito escaped from the prison in Ecuador, other prisoners tried to break free. So if other prisons aren’t working well it may also affect other prisons that are working well.
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From my point of view I feel opinion A is something to be considered. Prison is a place were criminal offenders are taken to give a sense of justice to those who the offense affects, uphold the law and serve as a punishment to the criminals. In prisons today prisoners are treated inhumanely. This treatment causes prisoners to be worse people than they were when they came into the prison when there is meant to be a reformative side of things as a prison is not meant to just punish offenders but to teach them to become better citizens. Despite the fact that they may have committed crimes unacceptable by the law they are still humans and they still should be treated like humans . So what I am trying to say is that;
Option A - Definitely prisoners should not be let go but a good and human friendly prison should be upheld.
Option B - I think definitely a bad prison can make crime rates worse as it makes prisoners worse than they were at the start of their prison sentence.
Option C- f a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I think this is the option I disagree with the most.“ This is because it gives the prisoners a sense that they can escape from prison and continue their criminal offences sparking violence and all sorts of other things as in the case of "FITO".
I think for a proper functioning legal system the prison has to be safe, conducive, humane and reformative.
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I have to agree with option B because it’s a known fact about how most prisons have maltreating prison wardens and this causes prisoners to be racked with pain. Being abused would make them insecure and that would give them a vengeful feeling towards society as a whole not a feeling of remorse causing crimes far more heinous even when the crimes aren't violence related. A criminal in a well-established prison that focuses on the reformative process it would not just reform them but it would make them better and more responsible members of society.
I agree if the prisons aren't working the people who are doing mistakes will make more mistakes and it can caus emore harm to our society. Prison is an area in which the conversion happens both positive and negative. According to me it brings a change in positive side.
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I disapprove of point C, if prisoners escape from prison, it shows they are extremely dangerous and need to be put under close watch. If a prisoner escapes from prison, it shows the standard [of security] of that prison isn't good enough to properly serve the citizens. Prisons shouldn't be racist, comfortable or cruel. They are indirect learning and reforming centers. They are a place of second chance.
Do you think bad prisons should be shut down? I would like to hear all comments on this.
I totally disagree with option C. A person who has escaped from prison cannot and should not be allowed to roam free. In my opinion, it just means that closer attention should be paid to prisoners, and that prison security should be reinforced.
If a prisoner escapes from prison and isn't caught and brought to justice, it may encourage that person to continue committing the crime since they were not fully reprimanded the last time they committed a crime. And it would inspire other, more dangerous criminals to break out of prison. Our society would be thrown into chaos. Let us take for an example, Fito. After escaping from a maximum-security prison, there were increased reports of violence all over Guayaquil, Ecuador. If Fito was allowed to go free after escaping, he might decide to carry on with his crimes, or even do something worse. This would throw Ecuador into chaos for sure. Already they have declared a state of emergency. So, imagine what would have happened if Fito was allowed to roam free. Criminals are locked away in prison for a reason. And no matter the crime, be it petty theft or drug dealing, the offender should be fully punished before being allowed to roam free.
But I see where others may disagree with me. Some people may think that if they were smart enough to escape confinement, then they should be offered freedom as a reward, that they are wise enough to be gifted freedom. If the prisoner escaped because they were being maltreated, then the conditions of the prison should be looked into. But if nothing was wrong, as in Fito's case where he even lived in luxury, I disagree with option C. But everyone has different opinions, and I am not the judge.
I agree because if a prisoner has escaped they should be found an brought to a more secure prison this is because they should be in prison for a reason and then they need to be punished for what they have done.
I really don't agree with C, because if they are in prison, then they have obviously done something really horrible. if they escape, then why would they be free. They would simply go back to what they were doing before, and it would harm a lot of other people. If anything, they should be placed somewhere that they can't escape, then everyone would be safe from harm. unless they are innocent then it should be proven at all costs.
I disagree with statement C - " If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free " - because if perhaps the country does not have enough funds and is a LIC like Equador for example then they will not have enough funds to have as high of quality of guards and security so they should not be able to be set free just because they are taking advantage of their countries poor financial state. Also if they escape are a dangerous person then they could potentially cause harm to many others in their area increasing the amount of people that would need medical assistance, lowing the countries financial state even lower and would cause more harm overall to their community.
Whereas statement B - " A bad prison can make crime worse insteadof better " - is the most correct out of the three in my opinion because if a high stakes criminal is caught and then they could have people on the outside of the prison to target certain people that got them in there in the first place and this is only accomplishable if the prison does not have enough security to not allow them to be able to access the outside.
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I disagree with point C.
To begin with
There are a lot of reasons why prisoners are able to escape.
One reason is that some prisons are rarely maintained and renovated
Leading to weak foundation and security,
Thereby creating a poor atmosphere.
Furthermore,It could be because of the lack of basic necessities.
The poor and malnourished food, unhygienic surroundings, etc..
I sincerely believe that when prisons are adequately equipped,a prisoner won't be able to escape.
And by equipped I mean with security,food and work .
We cannot because of lack of facilities,allow the guilty free, therefore giving them the privileges of causing more havoc.
From my perspective,I believe the government could make prison a place of security
Prisons should always be maintained because it is a facility where we train individuals to be crime free.
I also believe the government should engage the prisoners in social skills that would be helpful to their country, when a person is engaged in a productive activity,the person would have less reason to be idle.
Likewise inmates when a prisoner is involved with activities that are helpfull to society,that prisoner would have less reason to escape.
Point A,If prison is bad it would be better is they just let the prisoners go.I don't agree with this statement.Because prison is a place to improve the behaviours of bad people.Prison is established to control social problems in society.So,if prisoners will be released then, they can again be involved in social problems and negative things might again increase in society.Also, peace in the society can also be effected.
I hope you will also add your opinion on my view.
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“If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go". In my opinion this statement is incorrect because prisons are a way of improving people by giving them time to realize their activity and the harmful things they have done. So,in order to keep citizens safe prisons are made. But the condition of prison should be better for the criminals cuz at the end they're humans to even if they did corrosive activity. It's hard to justify keeping people in bad conditions. Government can improve the system, like focusing on rehabilitation and providing support for prisoners, so they can reform into society again as a improved version of themselves. It's a complex issue in most of the country so,the government should keep an eye on this matter for the betterment of humanity.
I agree with point B because in the prison nonviolent offenders will be exposed to more criminal influences, this can be of great harm because after their release they could be more rebellious. Infact there will be a large increase in recidivism. it also reduces the purpose of sending the prisoners there which is rehabilitation because the prison exposes the inmates to violence and abuse which can worsen their mental health, some prisons have bad facilities that deprives the inmates of education and treatment opportunities. All this has defeated the purpose of rehabilitation.
I disagree with you active_beetle because there is no need for going to a correctional centre if you aren't corrected.
Let us bring this down to a real life situation. Frto went to a correctional centre to be corrected of his wrong behaviours and he ended up increasing in his knowledge of evil and even shot a music video in his cell. He even eventually escaped from his cell did he eventually learn? It's Better inmates are released if they don't learn.
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I strongly agree with you because Fito went to a correction center and he got worse in a way, he managed to escape from prison. But is it possible for a prisoner to stay in prison and shoot a music video? again he didn't change from bad to good while he was in prison.
I agree with option B, this is because a bad prison will not only make matters better but, rather it will make it worst because it will not help matters, so i agree that option B is the best answer to the problem.
In my opinion, I disagree with all the opinions. For Opinion A, releasing prisoners from a bad prison might make them believe their crime was minor, leading to more crimes. Opinion B suggests a bad prison worsens crime, but it's just like any other prison without government aid. They both serve the same purpose of ensuring criminals face justice. Lastly, for Opinion C, letting an escaped prisoner go isn't wise. If caught again, they'll keep trying to escape, creating an endless cycle. It's better to break this cycle by keeping escaped prisoners accountable for their actions. Overall, each perspective has its flaws, and a balanced approach is needed.
I have developed a balanced perspective on the statement “If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” if the prison era lives the prison, he or she is going to do the worst in the sense that they will be violence everywhere 2hich may lead to loss of lives and properties.
If prisons stop functioning, many people will feel above the law even the government because they will feel that they can't be arrested so they can do whatever they want to do without anybody's concept or the people. They will be lot of atrocities happening in the country and this may lead to a very poor rate of productivity in the nation which may lead to invasion in the country, in that case, prisons should always be functioning in other not to cause misunderstanding and riot in the nation.
Prisoners should rather be reformed or educated than allowing them to free in other to shape criminals life perfect to the society.
I disagree with option C because if they go scot free they can become very dangerous and it might be very difficult for the police to catch the criminal and the country will not be safe for citizens of the country. They can also decide to take revenge on the people that handed them over to the police and the government.
I definitely agree with you because a country with criminals free to the streets will never be safe for anyone. Also in respond to question A I think that we can't leave criminals out of jail because the prisons are in a bad condition. Is the mayor's or the police officer's responsibility to have safe and clean jails.
I agree because... if prisoners are set free the will go after the innocent citizens of the country for reporting to the police the will cause lots of problem in the city , so I will say that prisoners should not be set free with out teaching them a lesson and when the are set the should keep an eye on them .
I strongly agree with you because if prisoners are spared they will cause more harm to the society.
I disagree with 'C' because if someone escapes they shouldn't just be allowed to be set free.
There are many problems with opinon 'C' because if prisoners realise that if they can just escape then they would be allowed to be set free it would lead to riots in prisons. Realistically, very few people actually in prison want to be there so if they were allowed to escape they would.
Prisons are there to punish and teach people what they have done wrong and why they shouldn't repeat their past actions. So if people escape they are not only escaping prison but escaping a punishment that they were given for a crime they had previously committed.
People being able to escape would lead to many repercussions, such as people would begin to commit crimes and then escape prison leaving them free of any charges they were given. With people knowing this it would lead to chaos both in and out of prisons.
If opinion 'C' was put in place then it would lead to a collapse in our prison and legal systems.
I disagree with opinion C.
Because once a prisoner realizes there is a consistent tendency to escape they might adopt a criminal mindset potentially influencing others. Instead I believe the government should implement devices to alert officers about escape attempt and enhances overall prison security.
HI, I strongly agree to b for if prison are not working the prisoners might feel uncomfortable. There is no point of having a prison if it does not have the following qualities: a prison has to be reformative, secure ,comfortable, protective, and at the same time punishable . when a prisoner is given comfort it should not be too much. the government should be able to make sure that the country is safe.
The opinion I chose is opinion C. I disagree heavily with this opinion because even though the prisoner did escape, it cannot overcome the crime they committed. Someone can commit a robbery or home invasion, but if they manage to escape they can be free? Crime rates are high as of right now, and letting prisoners run around if they are able to escape will just bring it higher. Everyone's safety will be on the line, and the criminals would be allowed to commit even more crimes if this comes true. I believe the families of the criminals will think the opposite of what I think because they fully support their fellow family members. The reasons provided by them would mainly be about how they have known their siblings, children, however they are related to them, for a while and that they deserve freedom. Instead of trying to justify their actions, let the criminals be held where the deserve to be.
Point B i agree with this opinion because a good prison is supposed to make criminals think about what they did so when they get out of prison they don't want to go back so if the prison is bad it most likely will make so that criminals would not care if they went back to to jail so they just get back to doing what they were doing before knowing the consequences won't be that bad.
Although prison is supposed to punish people for bad deeds, they should still teach it more as a learning setting rather than punishment.
Prison is a place that people go to for doing bad deeds. The problem with prison is that people are continuously beaten by other prisoners which doesn't help them become better people. According to Human Rights Watch, 70% of prisoners are assaulted by other prisoners per year. This shows that prison is really not helping people stop crime because prisoners are still getting beaten. Prisoners should not have to try to better themselves and fear for their lives every day. If prisons were more of a learning setting we wouldn't have to worry about prisoners trying to better themselves in fear.
Prisons should have units for each type of person. This then builds relations between prisoners which can cause them to help each other rather than hurt each other. Usually people that go to prison for the same crime have similar reasons why. So after hearing each other out they can then reason with each other and find ways to make themselves better. For example, if 2 people murdered their loved ones and did it because of something that was said they can figure out ways they could have better handled the situation and how to reform themselves after what happened. Prisons should seek improvement with the prisoners rather than just throwing them in there for something they did.
I agree with option B . I understand that prisons are places to protect society from bad people but I also do understand that prisons can be somewhat or in most of the cases inhumane. Prisons are not a very good place for most of the prisoners because most of them go through mental health problems, anxiety, and disorders. Most of the cases going to a bad prison makes people have a very hard perspective from prison like if you go to a good prison people will like to be in there and will contribute to the case. I also feel like prison can be a place where they help people with their mental health and problems where the prisoners feel safe in that space.
First I would like to state that the question "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”, is one of the most dense question ever. If a prison is bad of course we should keep prisoners in. The worse the conditions are, the more people who go there would want to stay out. Many kids joke about a certain violation of assaults. And even though there are many disrespectful kids at my school. Most of them know that if they act this way they will be taken to harsh places; such as juevey.
I would like to state that the question “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free?", is a very intriguing question. But, there are two ways the two ideas contradict one another. First If a person is able to break out of prison, no he does not deserve to be free. First it shows that he knows how to use his brain, so depending on his situation, he could have prevented going to jail. Second this would also go back to the question “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” An article stated that for many "Imprisonment can take a huge toll on the mental health of inmates. Those who have been incarcerated are tasked to cope with the length of their sentences, separation from their loved ones, as well as the stressors of a prison environment. This can lead to delusions, paranoia, depression, as well as PTSD. So this would show that those conditions make one not go to jail again.
I agree with Opinion B. The effectiveness of prisons in reducing crime is heavily dependent on their quality and rehabilitation efforts. A poorly managed or inadequate prison system can potentially contribute to the exacerbation of criminal behavior rather than serving its intended purpose of rehabilitation. Inadequate facilities, lack of educational and vocational programs, and harsh conditions may lead to increased hostility among prisoners, hindering their chances of successful reintegration into society upon release.
Those who might hold the opposite view may argue that the primary function of prisons is to punish and deter, and that the focus should be on ensuring that criminals face consequences for their actions rather than on rehabilitation. They may believe that harsh conditions act as a deterrent to potential criminals. Additionally, some may argue that if people end up in a bad prison, it is a result of their own choices, and the system is not to blame for their potential worsened behavior.
I agree with lucky_pear, I also chose B because poorly managed prisons have the potential to have numerous catastrophes and inmate breakouts, which could ultimately spark riots as a result of an inmate escape as seen in Ecuador when Fito escaped from prison. If they're not run properly, prisons can seriously threaten the society.
Point C is referring to how if a prisoner is able to escape they deserve to be free. However, there is a majority of causes that make me strongly disagree. Firstly, the prisoners have ended up in a penal institution for a reason as it has been judged on court they have been found guilty by not following on of the laws who are crucial on keeping everything in place, so a place where they get punished for not obey the rules everyone else is is something they deserve. Unfortunately, not all prisons have been designed correctly so that the prisoners can be held with no danger of escaping. In such case many destructions may be caused by the convicts's behavior. Nevertheless, under no circumstances does that mean that the prisoners should be released.
I strongly disagree with opinion A, because prisons are not bad places, they are places in which a prisoner is held for their bad doing or for committing a crime. Some people say prison is a bad place because it is a place in which a criminal has to serve their punishment for a period of time, but some criminals tell other people prison is a bad place because criminals suffer there, whiles they are just serving their punishment for their wrong doing.
I totally agree with you, however I believe that sometimes the criminals might have not to be set free but to transfer as a consequence of bad living conditions that, not rarely, predominate in penal institutions that do not obey the basic measures ending up risking the prisoners’s health and sometimes even lives.
Option C : “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I disagree with this opinion because, though escaping prison could mean freedom for the person in prison it could also release that danger back onto the world. For example, If a dangerous person charged towards a higher degree was sent to prison for around 15 years and then escaped wouldn't that create more trouble for the world if they go doing what they did before again?
Someone could think differently towards this claim and they might believe that if they can't find the prisoner that escaped then they should just be free. Then again, back to my recent claim, what would happen if they were charged towards a high degree then they escaped? Wouldn't that make a worse problem for the world?
I most definitely disagree with statement c “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” First of all I should like to start with a few questions. What did they use to escape? How did they escape? How long was said prisoner unseen before guard noticed he or she escaped. Also how bad was the crime the prisoner committed? These should be some important things to think about when noticing the prisoner is gone. But they shouldn’t be free just because they escaped. Doing so would not be a celebration it should be a very scary thing. People would have to start staying indoors because who knows what the criminal Can accomplish and how.
Now maybe someone who thinks the opposite of what I think could be a relative.The reason they might think the prisoner should be free is because they know the prisoner did not do it it for a fact or they could just be really needing to see them up close and personal.Either way this goes if you escape you should be ordered by the court of law to go to court and serve whatever time you must for doing such act.
I disagree with all three statements mentioned above. Keeping prisoners in jail is important for maintaining law and order in society. Prisons act as a deterrent to potential offenders and also serve as a means of punishment for those who have committed crimes. Releasing prisoners simply because the prison is bad or because they are able to escape would be a dangerous and irresponsible thing to do. It would put innocent people at risk and undermine the rule of law.
As the saying goes, "Si vis pacem, para bellum," which means "If you want peace, prepare for war." This proverb highlights the importance of being prepared for any eventuality, including the possibility of crime. By keeping prisoners in jail, we are preparing for the possibility that they may commit further crimes if released. This is a necessary precaution to ensure the safety and security of society.
Those who might think otherwise could argue that prisoners have the right to be treated humanely and that bad prisons violate their human rights. This is a valid concern, and it is important to ensure that prisoners are treated with dignity and respect. However, this does not mean that we should release them from jail. Instead, we should focus on improving prison conditions and providing prisoners with the support they need to rehabilitate and reintegrate into society.
In conclusion, while it is important to treat prisoners humanely, we should not release them simply because the prison is bad or because they are able to escape. Prisons play a crucial role in maintaining law and order, and releasing prisoners would be irresponsible and dangerous. We should take our time and carefully consider all the implications of any decision before we act.
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I disagree with all three of these statements. Keeping prisoners in jail is important for maintaining law and order in society. Prisons help prevent crime and serve as a punishment for those who have committed crimes. Releasing prisoners simply because the prison is bad or because they can escape would be dangerous and irresponsible. It would put innocent people at risk and undermine the rule of law.
Prison is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and security of society. By keeping prisoners in jail, we are preparing for the possibility that they may commit further crimes if released. We should ensure that prisoners are treated with dignity and respect, but improving prison conditions and providing prisoners with the necessary support to rehabilitate and reintegrate into society is more important than releasing them from jail.
In conclusion, while treating prisoners humanely is crucial, releasing them from jail just because the prison is poor or they can escape would be unsafe and irresponsible. Prisons play a crucial role in maintaining law and order, and releasing prisoners would undermine it. We should take our time to consider the outcomes of any decision before we act.
Actually, I strongly disagree with opinion C which says that “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” if they are, it will make it more possible for the prisoners to go back and do their wrong deeds. So actually if prisoners are let free it will bring more dangers to the people. Thanks.
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Firstly, I would like to share my thoughts about point A which is “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” As for me it's the worst thing a police or military can do. The word "prison" means to punish some people who has been doing any illegal activities and if they just let them go. It doesn't matter if the prison is good or bad, the prisoners had done something very bad stuff which should not have been done and they should absoulutely get punished for this.
Secondly, Point B states that “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” As for me, it is completely false rumor to spread. A prison should do their job either it's good or bad. If a country has many bad prisons then it doesn't mean that they'll make the situation even worse as they are all trying to improve it.
Lastly, Point C addresses that “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I agree that a human should have all rights to live freely but if all the prisoners escapes then there will be more crimes occurring in the area continuously. A prisoners should be punished because they did wrong stuff which shouldn't have been done and they should be punished to learn a lesson too.
This was the idea I had to share. If you have any doubts or disagreements then please let me know and feel free to reply. Thank you..!
I agree with statement C. “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I think this because it is a natural urge to try to escape some countries have such as Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Austria and other countries. However I believe that prisoners, if they cause harm/ damage, they should pay to fix what they damaged and if they kill or harm someone they will be charged worse than a normal murder/ assault. However, if the prisoner is dangerous to the public or mentally unstable they should be considered wanted.
I noticed that people have been focusing on option A and leaving out option B even though they are related in a way. Option A says that if a prison is bad it would be better to let the prisoners go while option B says a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. Both of these options have to do with the prison being incompetent and its effects. I personally believe that option A will eventually lead to option B. If a prison is bad and the government decides to just release them, the rime rate will increase at an astonishing rate because criminals would be walking freely on the street doing whatever they want. The base line is that prisons need to be maintained. Even if the government doesn't release the prisoners, when they get out eventually, they will still have that trauma and maybe even hatred which can lead them to do even worse crimes. Prisons are supposed to be some kind of boarding school for criminals so that they can learn how to be better citizens, not a torture building to maim them. If option A is prevented then option B won't even exist in the first place because if the prisons are worked on, there will be no need to release the prisoners. If the prison is doing well with the prisoners, they will come out as new and improved, better citizens of their society.
Let's start by looking at Icon-B: "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better."
Agree or Disagree:
I agree with this statement. A poorly managed or ineffective prison system can contribute to the exacerbation of criminal behavior rather than serving its intended purpose of rehabilitation and deterrence. Inadequate conditions, lack of rehabilitation programs, and high levels of violence within a prison environment can create an environment that fosters further criminal activity among inmates.
Opposing Views:
Someone who disagrees with this statement might argue that the primary purpose of a prison is punishment rather than rehabilitation.
Now, let's analyze Icon-A: "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go."
Agree or Disagree:
I disagree with this statement. While acknowledging the importance of prison reform and ensuring humane conditions, releasing prisoners without addressing the root causes of their criminal behavior or providing appropriate rehabilitation measures could pose risks to public safety. The focus should be on improving the prison system rather than releasing individuals without proper consideration for the potential consequences.
Finally, let's consider Icon-C: "If a prisoner is able to escape, then they deserve to be free."
Agree or Disagree:
I disagree with this statement. The act of escaping from prison doesn't necessarily justify freedom. It might be a result of inadequate security measures or unforeseen circumstances rather than an indication of the individual's reformation. The legal system should determine the consequences for escape based on the circumstances surrounding the incident.
In summary, these perspectives highlight the complexities and varied opinions regarding the purpose and effectiveness of prisons, with considerations for both rehabilitation and punishment.
I agree with option B because, from my research on the prison break of Fitol, I learnt that the prison he was taken to ( La Regional prison) was highly corrupt and I am highly sure that is what aided his escape. We all know that prisons should be good not like some prisons that correction officers accept bribes or to smuggle weapons, drugs, or cell phones to inmates, or to provide inmates with other benefits and all manner of unacceptable things. A prison should be one of the safest places to keep an offender hoping and trusting for he or she to change. Not a place aiding to the bad character of the person.
In case of point C, I disagree. Most people will think "The prison can't hold the prisoners. What is the point in prisoning them if they are going to end up free." Yeah this line has a point but if we really release them then we are not even trying and greater chaos can happen in future. You can't perfectly perform tasks without facing mistakes. Also from the mistakes we can make our prisons more secure. Also if we have the will to prison the people then we will at least stop them for 5 or more years and if we don't even try or have the will big damages can happen from crimes in a month. There are no prisons that don't have slightest safety issue. So without just looking at the very small bad side we should also be aware of the good side.
i disagree for A and C because they don't deserve to be free because what if they commit the crime again then they have to go back to prison so what is the point of letting them go. I agree with B because if you are letting them go then what if they do that crime again and influence people into doing that crime.
Choice B is the only logical explanation for all this crime. If prisons aren't working and just making crime even worse than it already is, why not just make the prisons more nicer. As someone who is very concerned about the safety of my neighborhood, I think maybe they could just clean the prisons.They could give them better food too. If they did simple and easy things, maybe our crime rate would go down.
I agree, because I say to make the prison comfortable and nice to make the prisoners feel love and at home. Also I think if you are being mean to the prisoners it's going to cause them to be even worse when they get released from jail or prison.Showing love to prisoners can really make a difference when they did something like murder or a robbery by changing their mindset to something more friendly .
yes ! I agree with you, prisons right now aren't working because i believe that they're actually making crime worse because of the prison environment. i also believe that prisons should be nicer in the way that they should actually teach prisoners how to be part of society as a good citizen. doing the simple things you said are very good ideas which i think would actually make a change because by having a clean environment and better food it can motivate these prisoners to try and become better instead of making them want to escape and commit more crime.
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Point B:'A bad prison can make crime worse' I agree with this statement .I think a good prison is something which has humane treatments
Prison is a place to create a better citizen.If a prison is bad then it is clear that it doesn't have humane behaviour.A prison should have facilities for prisoners so that the prisoners can find their new interest.A prison shouldn't be for torturing other prisoners as they have already lost their freedom as member of society it is already a punishment.Let them be free from all the torture.Let them find their mental peace.If the prison is bad than the mental health of prisoners is haunt and if the mental health of the prisoners is haunted then they will try to escape from the prison,when they will try to escape from prison they might commite another crime and if they successfully escape from prison they can harm other society members as a revenge.
So yeah a bad prison a make crimes even worse and a good prison's example is:The Halden prison of Norway.
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I disagree because as people are put into prison for doing wrong it puts other innocent people in risk of their life being taken and will make them have to live with fear until the person is finally back in prison and that could take a while and they could do the wrong in that period of time
I strongly disagree with A. If the prison let prisoners go then the society is no more safe, more crimes will be committed. This can endanger the country and the world at large. If prisoners are released they might think their crimes are minor so they could go into the society and commit more crimes
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I strongly believe in answer A because if a prison is bad there is no need to still keep the prisoner because once you keep the prisoners in the cell there might be loss of life in the prison because of bullying from the inmate prisoners. Prisoners can go there and become even worse which is not a purpose of a prison. Again if a prison is bad it can also put people's lives in danger. Also, a prison should be good enough so that in the future it will not affect our generations. In conclusion, the federal government of each country should make sure that a prisoner should not go out of the cell freely.
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What would be some disadvantages of releasing all prisoners at the same time from one prison closure?
I str0ngly agree to c because it is just the same thing as A because if prisoners are able to escape they deserve to be free because at the moment prisons are useless. What is the point of having prisons when prisoners escape and the country is not safe. I suggest that whenever a prisoner is taken to prison he or she must be well guarded . In fitos case the reason for his escape was that he was allowed to have contact with his gang members through the use of cell phones. they should use fitos case as an example to know how to run a prison.
The statement "if a prison is bad it will be better to just let the prisoners go" is a flawed one for a few reasons. First, it assumes that all prisons are inherently bad, when in reality there are many different types of prisons with varying levels of quality. Second, even if a prison is bad, that doesn't mean that the prisoners should be released into society. They may still pose a danger to others or worse if they're not rehabilitated. Finally, this statement ignores the rights of victims of crime. They deserve to see justice done, and that means ensuring that criminals are punished appropriately.
A bad prison can actually make crime worse instead of better, considering the case of Feto as a point of contact. He went to prison to learn and change and the main reason why he came to the came to the prison was not fulfilled, what was the need of going to prison?
If prisons not working , I say they probably need more security and more people to maintain the prisons .
How would this help to improve the prison?
This would improve the prison by more safety , more people not getting killed everyday. Also if the prison bad more crimes would happen.
This would improve the prison by more safety , more people not getting killed everyday. Also if the prison bad more crimes would happen.
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I would like to disagree with the motion in point A which states that" If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go".
I would like to give my following reasons why I disagree.
Firstly, I would like to ask if it would be better if they just let them go without impacting moral values? what if they hurt civilians when they escape from prisons because they did not get moral values in prison.
So now I would like to advise all of us to contribute to make prisons more better for all of us and to teach offenders to learn not to do evil in the society again so that the incident of Fito escaping prison in Ecuador will never happen again.
Thanks so much.
I found this question hard because I don’t 100% agree with any of the options.
A) For option A, I thought this wouldn’t be right because the prisons may keep some prisoners in the prison even if they can’t keep them all in. I think that the prison should keep trying to keep as many prisoners in the prison should try to keep the other prisoners in whilst other security try to catch the escaped criminals.
B) I agree with this option the most because if the prison is bad then criminals could share their crimes and then even more people would commit crimes and do illegal things. If some prisoners are in jail for a small crime then other that are in prison for a worse crime might share their criminal activity.
C) I disagree with this option because (as I stated earlier) the emergency services should try to keep as many prisoners as possible in the jail and just because they know how to escape doesn’t necessarily make the crime they committed right.
Overall, I think the situation is best handled by keeping in the other prisoners and also trying to catch the offenders at the same time.
Point C states that if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free. I disagree with this point for a number of reasons.
1; The effort
Escaping prison in most cases is no easy feat. This takes days of planning, weeks of setting up and hours of actually getting out. That's why most people say the point is true but I disagree. Most people are well aware of their crimes, what they're doing, and why they're doing it. So while it was happening, they definitely could've stopped before it was too late, but they didn't and were caught. So why escape? In all the time that was spent planning to escape, they could've built themselves up as a person and possibly gotten off for good behavior. Escaping does absolutely nothing but make your life worse because you'll be in a prison of your own, which brings me to my second point.
2; Going on the run
Life would never be the same again if you actually manage to escape. You would have to hide out, almost never go out, conceal your face, you can't buy stuff with your card, use your ID, or anything that can lead the police to your location. This takes away everything that most prisoners want to do after they are released from prison. Everything that everyone considers the key to making life enjoyable is taken away and it's not possible to get it back unless you want it taken again back in prison for an extended period. But you have your family right? Not for long.
3; Family danger
Your family is in just as much trouble as you are. People on the run become fugitives. The police are on the hunt for them no matter what and what first goes through their minds is your family or close friends. Harboring a criminal is illegal and will get you at least five years in prison. So when you get caught and have to go back, it's not just you going, its also the person who helped you. In order to keep you and your family safe, just do your time please.
In conclusion, many things can happen if your choose to escape from prison, but in the end, it's best to just do your time.
I strongly disagree with opinion A because a prison is a place where people pay up for the sins they have committed and even if a prison is bad they should be kept there to bring justice to their victims, also I believe that it might not be safe to leave these prisoners to wander around in public without making them realize that they will have to pay up for all of their wrongdoings or else their morals will deplete even further and they might even not think twice before committing a crime. Also I agree with opinion B , if a 'bad prison' means that the prison instead of helping prisoners improve and become better, which is also one of prison's main function, turn them into even worse beings connecting them with even more malicious influence skyrocketing the chances that they will repeat the same mistake with even increased degree once they are released.
Indeed. A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. It is to common knowledge that the environment of a person, his company and the ideas he surrounds himself with all impact his personality. If a criminal for theft is thrown into a bad prison, full of gangsters and and murderers, what do you think will happen to his innocence? His mind will be immediately corrupted with ideas of crime. Crime in fact, will be glorified. In the company of people sentenced to life imprisonment, he will start thinking of Crime as a cool tool to prove himself.
He will survive months at a place subject to severe bullying and violence.
When he comes out, he will be a changed man.
This thief now will be much more bolder. Unafraid to hurt random people. Crime is no longer anything wrong for him. It's maybe a tool to earn money, power or any of his desires.
Did a bad prison transform him? Yes.
Into a better person? Definitely Not.
This prisoner is now filled with ideas of vengeance for his the government, common public - for who's well being he was imprisoned, his enemies - who got him imprisoned.
He is no longer a man with conscience but rather a man whose conscience died with his innocence, little by little, as he was brainwashed by criminals, and forced to erase the last of his goodness by bullies.
So indeed, a bad prison will increase crime by far than reduce it.
There's another side to this.
What if this thief started bullying other prisoners? He was already criminal minded. He will now understand the thrill of hurting others, and apply that on the common public. Once again, the crime has increased.
Prisons do nothing more than deteriorate the mental condition of a prisoner. They are not re-habitation centres or detention rooms to transform someone's personality. They are safe houses, made to protect the common, innocent public.
A prison will make crime bad. A bad prison will make it worse. Choose.
I disagree with statement A, instead of letting the prisoners go there could be relocation programs to better contain the prisoners. Then that way the prisoners will still be punished for their crimes in a safe and secure environment.
Opinion C states that "If a prisoner is able to escape, they deserve to be free." I stongly disagree with this opinion.
1. I oppose this idea completely and at first sight find this opinion quite repulsive and shallow-minded. I say this because one can not just conclude that a person is deserving of freedom because they have forced their way out of facing their consequences. Most of those detained in prison, especially those that are there for a serious offense, quite plainly can't be set free for the good of the society. What good is endangering everyone because we believe prisoners are deserving of freedom? The idea itself seems so wrong to me.
2.Regardless of my opinion, someone who is too empathetic and hasn't seen or experienced the cruelty of this world may believe otherwise. What I mean by this is that; this kind of person might believe that prisoners who escape are deserving of freedom. One might wonder why? I guess that some people believe that prisom can have a change of heart and if they are determined and smart enough to escape from a place whose main purpose is to execute tight security, then they deserve what they have worked hard for.
I disagree with statement A. Statement A states,“If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I disagree because jail is meant for people who have done wrong. I will have to say that the mistreatment of another human being is very much wrong, though these are people who are in prison. Prison and jail are very different; jail is for people who have done a crime and only holds prisoners for an average of 2 years. While prison is for prisoners who have done unforgivable acts, like rape, murder, kidnapping, etc. These acts are worth punishment way more, in my eyes, than just life in jail, or however long the prisoner is in prison. Prison should be a bad place because it has very bad people in it. You may see differently because, as stated, human mistreatment is horrible, wrong, and unruly, though; you have to know what people in prison have done to get there.
Point C states , " if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free. "
I strongly disagree with this statement because If a prisoner escapes then its most likely that they would be comminiting the same crime or even worse than they had done already. Giving said the situation they shouldn't be free after they escaped because if they were a bad person or had bad intentions that just makes communities a non-safe place and will be putting people lifes on the line if they are a dangerous person.
I strongly disagree with opinion C. Some people may take it as, "if a person is able to escape a high-survlienced prison, they have the right to enjoy the freedom they were able to accomplish". This couldn't be more wrong, if a high-wanted prisoner was able to escape prison, the prison should be alarmed and start enforcing more security. A prisoner being able to escape jail is not something they should be proud of, let alone be rewarded with liberty. Which leads me to opinion A, “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” If a prison is bad enough to allow prisoners to escape, they shouldn't be demolished, instead they should be renewed to have better protection to guarantee the surrounding cities full safety.
I agree with option B. If a prison doesn't have the right approach or conditions it can make people even worse and in turn make crime even worse. I disagree with options A and C the most because if a prison is bad it doesn't mean you just let the prisoners go it means the prison needs to change and if a prisoner can escape it doesn't mean that they deserve to be free, in my opinion it just means that they can't face the consequences of their own actions. I think the people who might think differently than I do most likely grew up differently and around different types of people/cultures and I think that might be a big contributor as to why were on opposite ends of the spectrum.
I disagree with this because prisión is not a game. If the prision is bad they should keep it like that so they don't feel comfortable. A bad prison makes crime better because they would be afraid to go back because it was harsh to them. If a prisoner escapes prison they should be hunted down and get extra time because they deserve to be punished for what they did.
I disagree with point A because letting prisoners be free if they are able to escape will only increase the rate of prison breaking as prisoners will think that if they are able to escape, they will be free and can resume with criminal activities. They will no more fear about prisons as they know that if they can get out, no one arrest them. And the "Reformative" purpose of prisons, that is, teaching prisoners to become better citizens, will be a waste.
It will also increase the risk to public safety. Families of victims can be in danger as the criminals might want to take revenge from those who sent them to prison.
In short, this one decision can change the entire working of the country.
Point B states " a bad prison can make worse instead of better " in a bad prison a prisoner can face issues like psychological stress and negative attitudes toward authority as a result of unfair handling of grievance . What does a bad prison stands for . It means a prison which has high suicide rate and a security staff with a bad behavior . What are your comments on this ?
I agree with opinions B because I think that a bad prison can make a crime worse because if prisons aren't working then people who are committing a crime so nobody will be able keep them in one place and they will keep on committing crimes and robberies and the citizens would be a great danger many citizens may put in hostage and it would harm the economy of the country it will become a corrupted place. I know that some volunteers of this hub may think different than me and there might be reasons but according to this is only cuz it's my point of view
If prisons aren't working , the following things would occur : on if a bad prison can make crimes worse instead of making them better ...
A) Crimes would be increased.
B) The citizens would be in a great danger ( can be put in a hostage )
C) the death rates can also be increased .
And then , I would like to answer the question - " Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
Well , agree with this because the point actually tells that the crimes would turn worse and can cause the dangers I have mentioned about ... That's all for today ... THANK YOU !
Opinion C says that “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.”
I strongly disagree with this statement because if a prisoner has escaped does not mean that they deserve to be free. Taking the example of Fito, he managed to escape from the prison but still he is a dangerous criminal. A prisoner being able to escape is not because they deserve to be free, but because the system and security of the prison was not up to the mark. It is the fault of the prison system and jailors that they have failed to make a prison safe for the common people outside by allowing dangerous criminals like Fito to escape. There might be many people who may not agree with my opinions. They may disagree because they might be of the opinion that a person who has been able to escape might not have committed much of a crime and their consciousness has thus allowed them to take such a step.
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I strongly agree with point B that “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better” according to me if the criminal will be treated like a criminal so , he will never understand the wrongdoings, For example if an undisciplined child of an school is not following the rule and regulations of the school and he is being punished but , not being told that what is good and what is bad then , he will always follow the wrong path and never get onto the right path. So , the criminal should be counseled but he should be told that he is on the wrong path and should improve and try to be on the right path.
Point B states that "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better"
I agree with this because if the guards behave badly with the prisoners, the prisoners will hate the guards and be yearning to escape. So, The minute that prisoner gets out, most probably
He/she will make a gang and start a full-on riot. Also, even if the guards are polite to the prisoners, If the prison is one of those old, crumbling, 19th century prisons that like they are ready to fall to pieces, forget prisoners, No one will want to be there. So, if the prisoner gets out, he/she will most likely wage a war on the staff.
point c , i disagree because the prisioners done some thing wrong and thay deserve prison to think of there actions they done
Point B states that a bad prison could make crime worse instead of better, and i do agree with this. This is because as we know prisons are meant to teach people how to become better citizens and how to work in society, and so when prisons are bad and don't teach prisoners how to be better. They never learn to change and the bad environment can actually make them want to escape and commit more wrongs because of the prison environment.
I agree because... When bad people are been taken to prison for them to be corrected and probably make a better citizens, in a case where the prison is bad, what will happen is that when bad people are been taken there for an offense and as the Prison instead of them to get Reformed they will be released by maybe illegal way and when they return they will worsen their matter because they know that the prison is bad, now this will worsen the matter because they will be angry with those that have imprisoned them and they will increase the rate of their crimes because of the anger and because they know that the prison is going to do nothing if by paraventure they are been taken there.
A bad prison can make crime worse. How? Well, one main feature that comes to my mind when I hear the phrase, 'bad prison' is human rights abuse, injustice and cruelty. Although prisons are a symbol of justice to victims of crime, it doesn't mean they should be injustice to criminals. Criminals have rights too and shouldn't be abused because it can trigger them to commit more crime. Maybe this is why Fito escaped prison. Criminals should be denied their right to freedom and total comfort but not to decision making or seeing friends and family once in a while. If criminals are treated properly, though they'll be provoked when they first enter the prison, there's a chance they'll be willing to change if given a second chance. They shouldn't be maltreated. Prison warders should not be allowed to beat or maltreat prisoners because they can die or be provoked to commit more crime. Prisoners shouldn't be allowed to engage in physical fights among themselves, but they can be left to verbally sort things out among themselves. Criminals are just undisciplined citizens; they have rights too that should be respected and not abused or downgraded.
Prisons are rehabilitation centers for prisoners. Focus on changing lives and not triggering more crime.
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Just like commited_writer, 'B' was my choice because bad prisons have the potential to increase crime rather than decrease it. The primary goal of prison officials, in my opinion, should be to work as hard as possible to bring about change by interacting with the inmates on a physical and emotional level. After all, when a prison is run poorly, many bad vices can emerge, such as a culture that is dominated by violence and gang activity, which may negatively impact the mental health of the inmates when they are housed in close quarters. Indeed, I agree that a poorly run prison can worsen crime rather than reduce it.
I disagree with point, '' If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.''
It is understandable that some people want to escape from prison. In fact, thousands of prisoners try to escape every year.
The Department of Justice defines an escape as a “voluntary departure” from custody. It applies to escapes from prisons. But it also applies to escapes from government custody in other situations, too. If you try to run away during a transfer or holding situation, the government can also charge you with an escape attempt.
If a person escapes from prison it will be arrested but if the countries have no such policies, then it will be bad for the whole country and it will have to face bad consequences. Prisoners do wrong things that why they went to prison but if those people get freedom, then it will affect the social norms and values of our society. They will repeat their mistakes and make trouble to other citizen. The prison should keep prisoners and change them into becoming better and useful people in the society before they could be free.
In my opinion, I agree with B but I think prisons should be like Scandinavia. This is because I've seen the conditions of some prisons of both countries and they do not work on punishment instead they are helping people find peace within themselves and/or find God within themselves if they are religious. People are similar to dogs, they are better when they are trained through positive encouragement and support.
Although, I also agree with C because if they are so smart to escape WITHOUT committing any crimes like vandalism, assault or larceny ( burglary, theft, robbery and fraud) then they should be able to escape free and instead be hunted by secret governmental like MI5 or MI6 because such intellect is really required in today's society with all the aggression that
plagues areas like the Middle East or any border near North Korea where both human and governmental intelligence is needed.
I could see how someone could disagree as criminals that are extremely clever and cunning shouldn't be let loose as they could easily cause some larger damage than the previous crime after they escape like terrorism or grand larceny but with actual good prisons that don't focus on punishment but rehabilitation the chance of that would change. Another argument could say that punishment could lead to better outcomes because if a prison focuses on rehabilitation the prisoner could just wait to be let out without feeling regretful (generally) but all criminals have something they love. If you love the adrenaline of a street race, then use a simulator or if you are a kleptomaniac then go into some kind of rehab centre to treat it etc.
In conclusion, I think prisons in Scandinavia are better than Russian or American or Middle Eastern prisons because of the perceived freedom they receive they feel there is still time and hope to improve because we can all agree there always is.
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i am vigorously agree with the point B that “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” because if the criminal is treated very badly instead of telling him that what is right doing and what is wrong doing , there is a example a child is being always been punished by the parents without knowing why his parent punished him so much. So he always on bad path instead of move on the good path. As the same prisoner was be punished but he has to be know the that what is wrong or what is right for him so, if he was move on wrong side. he has to improve himself and move on right side
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If the prisons are not working: people around the globe may be lethargic and will not follow the rules 🚷. And also theft happening would be more seen. So in my point of view, prisons are very necessary for all countries. So the country will be at good status.
I chose opinion/option B because it caught my eye today. I am between both sides, because I see from both perspectives. First off, when a prison is bad it can either mean the treatment is terrible, or it can mean they don't care about what their prisoners do. The more strict a prison can be, the more the prisoner will listen because of the fierce tone that is coming from the guards/officers. However if the prison lets their criminals do anything they want, it can make crime worse instead of better. Criminals can work with each other to retaliate against the guards in the prison.
I do not agree with any of these statements. The reason I don't agree is because if prisons weren't run correctly or stopped "working", citizens would not be better. The economy would be worse. If prisons were to not function correctly, prisoners would escape without the proper rehabilitation that they need. Leading to the aftermath of these, prisoners would be aware that the prisons aren't run correctly. This leading them to commit more crimes with the thought that nothing would happen to them.
Nowadays crime is a common phenomenon. We can see an increase on people going to jail but does prison play a role?
Yes jail has a big responsibility because if it is in a bad state and the police officers don't behave well, the prisoners will get angrier and more aggressive towards the prison state.
I pick point A, said that if a prison is bad, it will be better if they let the prisoners go.
I agree. with that because if the prisoners are locked at cell, they will still escape from jell which will lead to wall or can lead to burning down of that particular prison.
saving people from these issues, I suggest that it is best to take the crime committers to they nest station and upgrade my prison.
Point A states that " if a prison is bad it is better if they just let prisoners go."
It raises several complex considerations about public safety. Releasing individuals who committed crime regardless of the prison conditions, raises concern about public safety. Prison is there to provide justice to victims, if releasing individual for poor condition of prison is the solution it just raises the question of fairness and effectiveness of the system. I know prison condition hold importance but blindly releasing individual isn't only the solution. Instead of thinking about releasing prisoners the government should focus on improving prison condition, and exploring alternative forms of justice. We should be able to address the root cause of problem in prison and try to solve them. It is a complex issue with no easy answers but releasing prisoners is not the only answer.
I disagree with option A because, if you should let the prisoners go they may attempt to do more harm to the people in the society or threaten the people that turned them in to the police or security officers.
And secondly the police should not release the prisoner if the prison is not good or bad.
Let's consider Icon-B's opinion: "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better."
Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
I agree with Icon-B's opinion. The quality and effectiveness of a prison system play a crucial role in shaping the outcomes for individuals within it. A poorly managed or inadequate prison environment may fail to address the root causes of criminal behavior, hinder rehabilitation efforts, and potentially contribute to a cycle of criminality.
Who might think the opposite to what you think about this? What reasons might they have?
Some individuals may think the opposite of Icon-B, arguing that the conditions of the prison should not significantly impact the outcomes for prisoners. Reasons for holding this opposing view could include:
Punitive Perspective:
Some might believe in a more punitive approach to justice, emphasizing punishment over rehabilitation. They may argue that the harsh conditions of a prison serve as a deterrent and that the focus should be on ensuring strict consequences for criminal actions
I disagree with Option A Which states that if a prison is bad it will be better if they just let the prisoners go.This best suits my answer because prisoners should not be let go without going to prison.
Prisons are places where people who have committed crimes that are more or less harmful to the society are kept to be changed. Everyone in a prison is meant to be taught reformative without them learning to be good citizens and they are let go it can cause dangerous effects to the society and the country at large.
In conclusion I have come to the agreement that even though prisons are bad prisoners should not be left to go scot free
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I agree because If prisons are not working, then it is essential to examine the underlying causes and address them. This could involve implementing alternative forms of punishment and rehabilitation that focus on reducing recidivism, improving mental health and addiction treatment, and providing education and employment opportunities to reduce the likelihood of reoffending.
Moreover, there may be a need to reconsider the broader policies and societal issues that contribute to the high rates of imprisonment. This could include investing in programs that address poverty, systemic racism, and inequalities in the criminal justice system.
It is also crucial to involve those who have been impacted by the criminal justice system, including formerly incarcerated individuals, in developing solutions. By listening to their experiences and taking their feedback into account, we can better understand the challenges within the system and work towards meaningful reform. Ultimately, the goal is to create a criminal justice system that is fair, just, and effective in promoting public safety while also respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals.
Outstanding Opinion,fantastic flight Yes sonetimes we may need to reconsider some societal issues that causes imprisonment.
Yes some major issues might be poverty, racism, etc
But i also belive they are some deeper reasons than that.
One reason i believe is an important factor might be the inmate childhood or his family background.
Some individuals might be wealthy and still commit crimes, so might have no reason to experience racism and still disobey the law.
I believe f the government create an investigation team to research on each inmate background,
And each time an inmate is imprisoned they should investigat that individual thoroughly.
I have watched some documentry where an individual killed 4 people for absolutely no reason.
Aftrr thorough investigation the police found out the person was just trying to prove himself to his family.
I believe most times familybackground are the reason for impriosonment.
So i totally agree with you when you said Government should also investigate broader polices for inprisonment.
For option A, I disagree, if a prison is bad there should be effort to make the prison system more effective. It would be pointless to just let prisoners go just because the prison is bad. If they were just let go, they wouldn't have learned anything that would lead to them possibly doing the same thing again.
For option B I agree with this because if someone spends a lot of time in a bad prison, it could impact their mental health. Someone may disagree with this because prisoners are someone who has done something bad enough to be imprisoned. However, everyone deserves a chance to correct their actions.
For option C, I strongly disagree. Prison is a place for you to learn and correct your actions. If a prisoner just escapes, that means they aren't able to own up to their actions also meaning they probably do not feel any guilt for what they have done.
I agree with the opinion that "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better." When prisons fail to provide proper rehabilitation programs and support, it can lead to a cycle of reoffending. If prisoners are not given the opportunity to reform and acquire necessary skills, they may struggle to reintegrate into society and turn to crime again.
Some people might hold the opposite view. They might believe that "If a prisoner is able to escape, then they deserve to be free." Their reasoning could be that escape demonstrates resourcefulness and determination, qualities that they believe should be rewarded with freedom.
I would go with the second opinion:
“A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
I agree with the statement. A bad prison, which is mismanaged and unnecessarily stupid in the ambiance it offers, can surely play its part in making the crime look worse instead of accomplishing what it should be: rehabilitation. Inadequate facilities, a dearth of educational and vocational programs, and the harsh living conditions could breed resentment, and instead foster recidivism and a cycle of criminal behavior rather than reform and reintegrating back into society. Other people could argue that the main theme of prisons is punishment and that people being held inside should be subjected to harsh conditions that would deter them from committing crime again. This reasons might include feeling that provision of better conditions might be viewed as a soft approach or even as a reward for criminal activity.
Reasons to disagree with the opinion that a bad prison can often make crime worse might include:
1- Belief in deterrence: For them believing in the theory that punishment deters, they can say the hard conditions are a great deterrent so people would not have committed crimes in the first place.
2- Retributive Justice: Advocates of retributive justice may place punishment above rehabilitation where people have to be punished for things they do as opposed on the basis of their ability to reform in the future.
I heavily disagree with option A. "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” If this were to actually happen it would put the lives of all citizens in extreme danger as all sorts of criminals murderes,thieves,arsonists etc will be let out into the open where innocent people are. This would be exhibiting extreme nonchalant behaviour and lukewarm attitude by the government to its citizens because they are supposed to care and protect for all their people.
Rather the better choice would be to put more effort into improving the conditions and security of the prisons.
Point C states that "if a prisoner is able to escape they deserve to be free" I disagree because if a prisoner escapes who knows what he/she will do next chances are they start doing bad deeds again . Like "FITO" he escaped prison with 40 more prisoners which created conflicts in the prion itself.Letting prisoners escape could also create conflicts in the prison . While Fito escaped the prison the other prisoners were holding hostages from the police force. So I suggest if a prisoner escapes the police should send forces to find the prisoners otherwise it would be very dangerous letting them free with the innocent
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In my opinion, B is right. If a person does something illegal definitely they should go to prison. But we all need a second chance to understand and reconcile with our illegal act and how we can avoid it.
If prison is bad and even the guards behave aggressively, the criminals won't became of course better citizens. They will intrigued them to behave accordingly and they will never understand the bright side of life
I strongly disagree with point B, prisons are meant to be bad, so prisoners wouldn't want to go to prison. If prison was to a nice place prisoners would not care if they were sentenced to prison. Even after a criminal has been in prison, the criminal will remember how bad it was to be in prison and not commit any further crimes.
In conclusion if prisons weren't bad the crime situation in the world would be worse.
Interesting ideas @cultured_wallaby. Do you think prison conditions can help prisoners to reform and change for the better?
One factor is the type and severity of the crime committed by the prisoner. Some crimes, such as violent or sexual offenses, may require more intensive intervention and supervision than others, such as minor or nonviolent offenses. The prison system should be able to tailor the treatment and programs offered to each prisoner according to their risk level and needs. For example, some prisoners may benefit from anger management, substance abuse treatment, or mental health counseling, while others may need vocational training, education, or life skills development.
Another factor is the duration and quality of the prison sentence. The length of time that a prisoner spends in prison may affect their chances of reintegration into society and their motivation to change. A long prison sentence may erode a prisoner's social ties, employability, and self-esteem, while a short prison sentence may not provide enough time for meaningful change to occur. The quality of the prison sentence also matters, as it may influence the prisoner's well-being, safety, and access to resources. A prison sentence that is overcrowded, violent, abusive, or corrupt may harm a prisoner's physical and mental health, while a prison sentence that is respectful, supportive, and fair may enhance a prisoner's dignity and self-respect.
Anther factor is the availability and effectiveness of rehabilitation programs and services in prison. These programs and services may include education, vocational training, counseling, therapy, mentoring, or community service. They may aim to address the underlying causes of criminal behavior, such as poverty, trauma, addiction, or mental illness. They may also help prisoners develop new skills, knowledge, attitudes, and values that can facilitate their transition to society.
In conclusion, prison conditions can have a significant influence on prisoners' ability and willingness to reform and change for the better. However, the effect of prison conditions may vary depending on the individual characteristics of the prisoner, the nature of the prison sentence, and the quality of the rehabilitation programs and services available in prison. Therefore, it is important to consider these factors when designing and implementing prison policies and practices that aim to promote positive change among prisoners.
I disagree with option C because the idea that a prisoner deserves to be free if they escape oversimplifies the complexities of criminal justice. Escaping from prison doesn’t necessarily mean innocence or a just cause for freedom. The legal system is there to determine guilt or innocence through a fair trial, and escape doesn’t change that process. Some individuals may hold an alternative perspective, asserting that someone who successfully escapes is inherently clever or possibly innocent. However, it's crucial to contemplate the potential consequences if everyone buys into that idea. If people go off on their own, it could create a major disruption in the legal system, and the actual wrongdoers might slip through the cracks. So, it's not only about pursuing personal paths; it's equally about upholding fairness and equal treatment for everyone within the legal structure.
For option A, I would slightly disagree with the statement. Prisons are built for two reasons, and that is to make society feel safe and for people who have broken the law to be reprimanded. However, from what I imagine the statement is trying to say, people who are in a prison with bad conditions should be moved to a different facility. There should also be a fair judgement about how prisons are operated. Just because they have committed a crime, it does not mean that people who are sent to prison should be denied certain rights. Food, clean water, and good living conditions should be necessary, but they should not simply be let free. Prisons house all sorts of people, from people who have committed minor crimes to those who have done something worthy of a life sentence. Therefore, I do believe prison conditions should be healthy, but letting people go free simply because of the way they are treated would be unjust to those in society who have been affected by these crimes.
In my opinion suggestion A is absolutely wrong. A prison is a place where the criminals can learn his lesson, can understand what they have done. If you just let prisoners go, they will not be reformed and they will do their crimes again and again. If that happens, a lot of people will be hurt and the world will be in a chaos. So jails are keeping the equality in the world and for this reason they need to be upgraded concerning the idea the prison serves.
I align more with B. A poorly managed prison environment can indeed exacerbate criminal tendencies, hindering rehabilitation efforts. It's crucial to address the root causes of criminal behavior and foster a setting that supports positive change.
Those who lean towards A might argue that releasing prisoners from a bad environment is a solution, emphasizing the immediate harm caused by inadequate prison conditions. On the other hand, someone supporting C may believe in a strict view of consequences, suggesting that escape implies deserving freedom.
Different perspectives could stem from varying beliefs about the purpose of incarceration – whether it's primarily punitive, rehabilitative, or a balance of both. People prioritizing immediate consequences might favor C, while those emphasizing long-term societal benefits may align more with B. What are your thoughts on this?
I definitely not agree with statement A. Prisons should not let prisoners go because they will start committing crime again. Furthermore, if a prisoner escapes he should be caught so no harm will be done to other people.
We shouldn't forget that prisoners who committed a crime, especially if they taken a life from someone, some other people are living in pain with the ones they lost.
So for me prisoners should live for a while in difficult situations to learn from their actions and stop committing crimes.
I disagree with option A because prisons whether bad or good does not have the right to release prisoners because if the release them the society and even themselves will be in danger. If the are released they will think what the are doing is right and this will make them to keep committing crime and this will lead others to follow them.
What else do you think would be the consequences of releasing them?
I strongly disagree with A because people are put in prisons not to be comforted but to suffer. The crimes prisoners committed didn’t make people feel comfort in any way so why should they feel comfort while serving their punishment.
Some family members of prisoners might disagree with me because their family member truly are in prison while they did nothing wrong and probable was framed. I agree with that but judges can make wrong decision and we will never know so you might be in prison for the wrong case but you must still serve your punishment.
In conclusion prisoner shouldn’t feel comfort unless you have done nothing wrong.
I totally disagree with option C that says If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” This is because for them to escape it means they're not remorseful in most cases instead plan on getting back into their old ways negatively impacting the society
While talking about point C (if prisoner is able to escape they deserve to be free.) It is a complex opinion which does not have an easy answer. Some people belive that if prisoner are able escape then they are resourceful and clever and they should be awarded for this but in other people's opinion this is not a case. Other belive that prisoners who escaped should be recaptured and punished because they broke law, cause chaos, and threat to people. One factor to consider is the nature of the crime for which prisoner is being captured. Ultimately the decision to whether recapture or leave the prisoner is based on case by case basis and it is a very complex opinion.
I choose "c", because while the notion of "if a prisoner is able to escape, they deserve to be free" might sound like a compelling idea, it oversimplifies the complexities of justice and societal order. Escape doesn't necessarily equate to innocence or the rectitude of a legal decision. In reality, prisons serve as a means of rehabilitation, deterrence, and protection for society. Opponents of this perspective argue that escape attempts could be fueled by desperation ], mental health issues, or an unjust legal system. They advocate for addressing root causes rather than granting freedom based on a momentary lapse in security. It's crucial to consider the broader context and individual circumstances before making sweeping judgements about the deservingness of freedom.
I strongly disagree with opinion "A", for the purpose of a prison is to make prisoners feel punished, or go through punishments. Prison isn't intended for goodness, as previously stated, people who have done criminal offenses are those experiencing a bad prison. Surely, people feeling bad isn't always helpful, to make corrections within their harmful actions though giving those people who've done wronging the freedom to leave when possibly keeping the same mindset, in possibility of committing the action once more isn't only harmful for them, but to citizens, they shouldn't feel unsafe under any circumstance. I think those who have experienced prison themselves would disagree, because they know the true conditions of prisons.
If prisons are not effectively achieving their intended goals, it may prompt a reevaluation of criminal justice policies. Alternatives such as community-based rehabilitation programs, restorative justice practices, or addressing root causes of crime might be explored. Reforms could focus on improving rehabilitation efforts, addressing systemic issues, and promoting prevention to create a more effective and fair criminal justice system.
i solidly agree with what origin robin said because, what is the purpose of prison if prisoners are been released?
accodding to my own opnion, i will agree with option B because, prisons should but to a standard that there will be more of security in the prison so that prison won't be able to escape. One of the main purpose of prison is for reformation. Instead of allowing prisoners to escape, i think they better stay and aquire skills and knowledge because if you allow them to go without impacting sensible things in them they will do the worst violence in the society.
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Option A states "If a prison is bad, it's better if they let the prisoners out." This is a balanced discussion. If the prisoners are released, there will be insecurity and unrest in the society. Because a prison is created to suppress all crimes and maintain peace and order in the society. If the prisoners are released, on the one hand, the number of crimes will increase in the society, as well as the security of people's lives and property will be feared. Criminals will be able to commit crimes easily and the country will be in danger.The country's economy will be severely affected.
On the other hand, keeping prisoners in bad prisons will not provide them with proper medical care, education, food etc. Because of this the prisoners will suffer from various diseases and awareness will not increase among them. As a result, fundamental rights will be violated.
After all, bad prisons are just as deadly to prisoners as they are to destabilize society if they are released.Therefore, first of all, appropriate steps should be taken to improve the prison system. On the one hand, there will be no violation of human rights of the criminals and security in the society will also be maintained.
I absolutely disagree with opinion C.
If a prisoner escapes they commit an illegal act which means that the prisoner didn't realize why they should be in jail.
They aren't ready to reform and they can't accept that prisons are not a place to feel comfortable, especially of their crimes are of major importance.
According to my own opnion, if prison aren't working, people's life are likey going to be in danger. So intead of closing prison, i will advice that the government find a way to adjust and put the prison in other in the sense that there sholud be safety in the prison, tight security, low level of comfort and more of reformative in the sense that prisoners are been thought the way to amend or change to a better citizens.
I think thats the best think to do than closing prison.
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According to my own opnion, if prison aren't working, people's life are likey going to be in danger. So intead of closing prison, i will advice that the government find a way to adjust and put the prison in other in the sense that there sholud be safety in the prison, tight security, low level of comfort and more of reformative in the sense that prisoners are been thought the way to amend or change to a better citizens.
I think thats the best think to do than closing prison.
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(A)While it's important to address issues within the prison system, simply releasing prisoners from a bad prison may not be the most effective solution. Instead, efforts should be made to improve the conditions within the prison to provide a safer and more rehabilitative environment for the inmates. This could involve addressing issues such as overcrowding, inadequate healthcare, violence, and lack of educational and vocational opportunities. Additionally, efforts should also be made to implement alternative sentencing options and rehabilitative programs to reduce the overall prison population. By working to improve conditions within the prison and offering opportunities for rehabilitation, the goal is to create a system that promotes accountability, personal growth, and successful reintegration into society upon release.
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All of the options are strong in themselves but I agree with option B because In my opinion if prisoners are treated bad and tortured more than it have highly more chance that it will leave a bad mark/impact on prisoners and may that impact make the prisoners worse than before and may harm local people after being released from prison . Giving them basic rights for food,clothes,etc. and giving psychological motivation to prisoners may help them be a good person. So prison should be good and prisoners should be motivated for good things.
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I am going with option (C). From my perspective, one might argue that if a prisoner is resourceful and determined enough to successfully escape, they have demonstrated a certain level of skill, intelligence, or tenacity. This could be seen as an unconventional form of resilience or ingenuity. However, it's essential to recognize that the legal system is designed to determine guilt or innocence through a fair and just trial. Escaping does not absolve someone of their potential wrongdoing or the need for accountability. While acknowledging the impressive feat of escape, the core principle of justice and due process remains vital for maintaining societal order. The focus should be on ensuring a fair trial and addressing any potential issues within the legal system rather than granting freedom based solely on the act of escape.
I'll go with the point that ''If a prisoner is able to escape they should let them go free,''
I'm going against this point because just because a prisoner was set loose in a prison doesn't mean they should let them go free.
One of the functions of a government is to ensure peace, safety, and harmony among among citizens.
In the sense that, the safety of every being in that state would be in their hands and also their responsibility most especially safety from notorious criminals.
We can have a good example of the one that got loose in Ecuador. Based on the information we were given, he seems to be able to cause the little harm he can while he's still out.
So now we're hoping on the Ecuador government to be in charge of the search for him.
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I choose opinion B and I strongly agree with it. It's because this statement is true. It is a fact that if something bad is done to something that's already ruined it might even make the condition worse instead of better. In the same way, a bad prison can make the crime even worse. I think that in a prison, if the person isn't given proper food,medical care,proper guidance or is misbehaved, it can make the persons mental health or behavior worse leading to a bigger crime. A prison is a place to make the crime better and correct it . If it isn't in the right way it can lead to a worse condition.
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Opinion B has a point. Prison act as a punishment but if it's bad then prisoners will just behave worse. A prison functions not only as a constitution of punishment but as a reform. Prisoners need to understand their criminals actios and why they should not do them again. Additionally a prison cab provide a social community into jails in order prisoners to behave as social humans even into their small world. We have seen that some reversed there thoughts and focused on studying , helping in the library or cooking.
I highly disagree with option A because option A condems the use of prison you shouldn't let prisoners go no matter how bad the prison is even if it doesn't change them it will still serve as our protector from them thats why they say you do the crime you pay the time and still you need to consider those outside the prison there safety and well being no matter how bad a prison is it shall do it as our protector from those within it no matter how bad a prison is it shouldn't let prisoner go there are lots of bad prison but they still serve their purpose if prison let people go then people like fito would be on a rampage
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I agree with the first point. I think that poor prisons boost crime, not cut it. It means bad-run jails might make more crime, not less. I feel good programs to help inmates are crucial. Others may not agree. They might believe tough jails stop crime, and they may question if helping really works. The argument is about what jails are for. One side thinks it's to help prevent repeat offending, the other thinks it's to punish and scare people off crime.
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I disagree with the statement that if a prison is bad, it would be better to just let the prisoners go, due to poor conditions or dangerous activities of criminal within the system. Some offense or crime can not just be overlooked. Instead of releasing the prisoners without any repercussions to their offense or crime. The authorities can find new ways of correction instead of holding them within a dangerous space that might only increase the rate of crime when the prisoners are held.
New forms of correction can simply be introduced or administered without holding the offender in prison. For example, hard labor without pay or minimal pay with effective supervision, community service, fines, or dumping down their social credit to deny them some critical social privileges'. This is depending on the type of offence committed.
As this is carried out, a rehabilitation school can be created to correct the offender of that offence. This is because I believe that an offender can be a good person.
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I agree with point (B) “A bad prison can indeed make crime worse instead of better” because of some reasons. Firstly, if a prison fails to provide adequate facilities, resources, and rehabilitation programs, it does not address the root causes of criminal behavior. Without access to education, job training, and therapy, inmates may be ill_equipped to reintegrate into society upon release, thereby increasing the likelihood of recidivism. Secondly, an overcrowded and poorly managed prison can lead to a toxic environment where violence and criminal behavior flourish. Inmates may become hardened and learn new criminal strategies from others, further perpetuating a cycle of crime. Additionally, if prisons do not prioritize mental health support and treatment, individuals with underlying issues may leave prison without proper treatment, making the chance of reoffending more likely. To reoffending more likely. To rehabilitate offenders and reduce crime rates, it is crucial to invest in well run prisons that prioritize education, rehabilitation, and reintegration programs, ensuring that inmates have the opportunity to reintegrate into society as law_abiding citizens.
Point A states that "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go". l totally disagree with this point because if the prisoners are free to go ,then there will be a confident build up in them to do more crime because there will be no punishment for them . If they did a crime ,they are free to do that and they did not have to be scared about the immediate actions taken on them. If there will be immediate action on crimes , the criminals will be scared and there will be less crimes .The prison is made for prisoners to give one more chance to them if they did a crime and follow the right path and became a good citizens.
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Point B, states that “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
I agree with the statement because of many problem of a bad prison like lack of fresh air, healthy food, natural light, proper health care, and connection to loved ones, sexual assault ,overcrowding of prisoners when the guards are less in number leads to prison violence. Which on other hand makes the situation worse for the prisoners that are new, as you all know that it is a nature of human beings to adapt to there surroundings and the one who is not capable of that certainly falls. That is exactly what a bad prison does to a prisoner, as some of them adapts to it becomes more aggressive, cold hearted, violent, vulgar in short " A mad killing machine" And the ones who are not able to cope up with it meets a tragic end full of misery, rather than improving or you can say encouraging the prisoners to become a nice person it just makes it worse.
I agree with Opinion B because a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. If prisoners are in an unsafe or poorly managed environment, they might not get the help they need to change. They could face violence and not have access to education or training. This could make them more likely to commit crimes again when they get out. So, prisons need to focus on helping people change to reduce crime.
Some people might think the opposite and believe that prisons should mainly punish, not help. They may think being strict and harsh deters people from committing crimes. They might not prioritize helping prisoners change.
In summary, I believe bad prisons can make things worse, but others might think tough punishment is more important. People have different views based on what they think prisons should focus on – punishment or rehabilitation I think rehabilitation.
I would agree with option B a bad prison can only make matters worse than good, then option A, i totally disagree with it because if prisoners are allowed to go freely they would cause more harm to the society. I would say that prisoners are meant to be kept in good hands while the prisons are been fixed, after it has been fixed all of them should be taken back there.
For the statement "if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free" i disagree. I do because if a prisoner escapes that means that the prison is to easy to get out of for them and should be put in a higher security place. And also if they escape and let them free that is basically saying to them that they can commit as many crimes as they want and be able to get out of prison easily.
“What if prisons aren’t working ?”
This question made me think what the answer would be .
But according to me it the prison is not working then the people might live in fear And it may also make a bad impression of the government on people and people may not support the government.
Also prison should be maintained for the safety of people , but if it is not there then then the people are not safe ……..
Last years, criminality has risen. In big cities in every corner you can find some type of crime. There are murderers who kill people for personal gain, people who sell drugs and the list continues.
Likely there are some places where police officers cam keep criminals away from society known as prisons.
Concerning if a prison is bad, it makes crime worse, I agree and disagree the same time because some prisoners may learn from their mistakes and be better citizens but others will continue their criminal record. One thing is for sure what happens in the dark, comes to light.Justice will win.
I agree with point A because prison is supposed to punish you, let you know that what you did is wrong and correct you. Some people are not learning any lessons from staying in prison so when their stay there is due the go back and still commit crimes. So, it's just like crime, punish, release and the cycle goes on. People are wasting money on those who commit the crimes (food, clothes etc.) So they could punish them in other ways like distilling gutters or cleaning or something no one would love. People could even love prison because they have the chance to socialize with people like them. Criminals befriend criminals.
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i think if prisons doesnt working many bad people will be free and no one cant stop them . Prisoners wiil be free and he can kill, steal and terified all the world.In the end prisoners never comply.
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In my opinion I disagree with Opinion C because firstly escaping from a prison is a crime, it can harm innocent civilians , prison staff and even law enforcements. If a prisoner escapes he \ she can lose a lost of privileges like phone calls and other important necessities, it also affect the prisoner mental health because he\she will have the feeling of being watched. Another reason why I disagreed is because when a prisoner escapes he \she sentences will be increase. Prisoner escape can have a negative impact on their family and friends because when a prison in contact with his\her family and friends , they may face serious consequences such investigation, being question by law enforcements and even going on witness protection. Another reason it that the country can go on full lockdown and security measures will increase , this will bad for citizens. Lastly another reason is that prisoners will issues adjusting to life outside the prison.
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I don't agree because even if some little error occurs people cannot stop trying. Prisons were invented to punish people and if people aren't punished then they won't learn their lesson and will continue to be naughty. Criminal behavior is unacceptable and against the law so you can 't just let it happen. I think if a person is going to apply for a job they should be committed to it and that doesn't mean letting prisoners go because you can't protect their prison cells.
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I highly disagree with option c because when a prisoner escape, it does not grant them the right to be free. In my country, escaping a prison is a violation of the law and efforts are typically made to apprehend and return the escaped individual to custody and the law addresses the circumstances of the escape separately from the original offence. Take fito as an example, he is a wanted criminal who escaped from a highly oriented prison, do you think that if the police catch him their will just free him NO because he is a dangerous criminal that can cause conflict to the country and need to be arrested back.
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I strongly disagree with opinion C, because if a prisoner is to escape prison, they don't deserve to be free, and if they are more crimes being committed by the same prisoner, so I think if a prisoner has escaped prison the police must start an investigation or check the security cameras in his cell, and if there are no cameras in the cell they can check the footage from the outside cameras. I think when the prisoner has been found, the time duration for the prisoner should be extended, and this time the guards or security of the prison should be more active. to stop any other prisoner from escaping prison when they have not yet finish spending their giving time in jail.
Option "c"states that "if prisoners go to escape then the deserve to be free.
In my opinion, I disagree with it because if a prisoner is able to escape, he will have the chance to do more criminal acts and will be all that if they are caught they will escape once again.
🖐Point b, I agree because a if the prison is bad the prisoners might get mad because of the prison.this can cause worse like point b said. Another reason i agree is because if the prison is bad prisoners will feel he is not payed attention because he is at a bad prison.🖐
if prisons aren't working we should make a place to put the prisoners like a holding place. Then after a few years we should take the prisoners out of the holding place .After that bring them to a new prison that has all new tech and finally they should change thair cells to be smaller and worse.
I completely disagree with this, not only with the statement A, B or C, I do not agree with any of them, that is just how make things the worst they can be, but going even further, that way of doing things is careless and unfair, going further, the idea putting in risk the society just because of someone careless that almost allows criminals to be free and out of prison is just disgusting.
Someone that could agree with this is a prisoner or any kind of criminal, they would have the freedom to go around and do whatever they want, as they are just going to last no more than a week in prison making things that easy for them.
I strongly agree with point A ,because prisons are meant to punish you,and correct you from what you did wrong. Some prisoners are not learning their mistakes whiles they are behind bars, because of this even when they get released they come back and still commit crimes and are taken back again. Well ,People are wasting their money on those criminals. Here in my country Ghana, the criminals are assigned to clean gutters or do something they won't love doing . Some prisoners like the homeless people could even love prisons because they have food to eat and shelter and a chance to make friends,however here in Ghana prisons,we have poor health delivery, Poor sanitation, lack of reformatory, learning and training facilities, so I do think if a prison is bad it would be better if they let the prisoners go but the government will need to find a better place to keep them so it will be safe for our society.
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I disagree with A, though for 80% prisoners ,as according to usa.org, are repeat offenders meaning that they werent changed by the prison it also means that 20% did change. Someone may say this is a small number but sometimes a crime wasnt commited because the person isnt good. they might have done it because they really needed it. An example was told to us in class one day our teacher told us about an incident where not every thief is bad, she said that one day a man had come to her school and he had stolen books and they found him and saw that he was using it to teach his daughter. Thieves though they are thieves may not always mean harm so we should keep the prison so that a man like this would truly learn because he was deseperate for something. These are the kind of people who change even in a bad prison so lets keep them for these people and even if the prison wont change the criminal.
2. Even if the prison wont change the criminal we can still use it as a place to keep them from the outside world and commiting crimes, This will honestly help people alot because if the prison is bad but we can use it to keep them we can save about $2.6 trillion because thats how much is lost from crime each year.
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I agree with opinion B because I've seen cases where people leave prison only to struggle with addiction or turn to crime, which ends up hurting our communities. It's clear that some prisons aren't doing enough to help rehabilitate inmates. Instead of just locking people up, why not give them a chance to work and earn some money? This way, they can feel productive and save up for when they leave prison. It's a more positive approach that could make a real difference in people's lives.
I totally agree with Brave Plantain, Active Beetle, and Clever Redcurrant when disagreed with opinion A. Just letting prisoners out without any support isn't the answer. It could put our communities at risk and leave people struggling even more. Plus, being in prison can really mess with someone's mental health. We need to focus on solutions that help people rebuild their lives and stay on the right track after they've served their time.
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I disagree with option C, the reason being is that a prison is a place where people serve their punishments due to crimes they committed. Prisoners can only deserve to free after serving their jail sentence.
Moreover, by making the prisoners free, we cause fear, panic and harm to public, because the prisoner can commit a lot of crimes, even worse than the ones they committed which took them to prison. Thus, I don't agree with option C
I do not agree with statement C because if the prisoner escapes and that said prisoner did something very bad, then they might go on a rampage on other citizens. Another reason is that if the prisoner escapes that means that the prison isn't secure enough for other prisoners which would lead to more escapes and destruction across the city. Families of the prisoner might think otherwise because they wouldn't want a family member of theirs to be locked in a cell for the rest of the prisoners life which is why I think the families might think otherwise.
I disagree with opinion A because if the prisoners are in jail is for something, even if they are innocent, something happened that led them there. Therefore, they shouldn't be free, as the punishment would end in a shorter period of time than what it ought, but I believe that they should be moved to another prison that is better and safer, so that citizens outside the prison can feel safe to live near the prison without being in danger.
I agree with the second statement because if one person can cause harm, a group of bad people will cause even more harm, which leads to worse crimes. I also think that bad quality of life in prisons is something that needs to be changed, as prisoners are still people and have rights which shouldn't be taken away from them.
I think governments and prison authorities would think the contrary, because they are only focused on the crimes of the prisoners nd not on what they can change.
Prisons are made to punish the people who have made mistakes and have committed crimes, so they must be kept in prisons for punishment so that they understand and regret what they did, so thus prisons should be secure. Thus prisons should be made secure and with the security, the prisoners must be taught some new skills so that they can be good beings after their punishment Still, when prisons aren't secure it might be possible that these prisoners without regretting their doing, will continue to do the same task without regretting. They might break out of their cells and enter the city or could hurt anyone creating a panic situation. Thus prisons must be secure .
point c states that if a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free. I do not agree with this statment because just because someone is able to escape does not mean they sould escape. If they escape send them to a more refined prison.
Point A states that, “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I would strongly disagree with this because it would be a bad idea to let out awful people to go back traumatizing people. This wouldn't be safe for the community because things such as drug offenses, theft, fraud, and assault can affect the community. The main thing about prisons is to give consequences to horrible people. The prisons four major purposes are retribution, incapacitation, deterrence and rehabilitation. It is to keep society safe and well from prisoners. In conclusion, releasing prisoners without any thought, would be a horrible idea.
I disagree with option A since even though the prison is bad it dose not mean you just let all of your prisoners go because of the safety of other people and the future of what that would do. I think that it is best to keep them in prison also because the prisoners need to learn not to keep doing what they have done.
I think that, if there is no prison or the prison is not working, that would be a disaster.
With that, everyone will make a bad things and the world will turn into a big disaster.
Everyone will start steal and kill to live and no one will stop them.
And if they just let the prisoners go away without any punishment these prisoners will never stop doing the bad things.
So, of course we need prison so that we can stop the crimes that is happening.
If there is no prison everyone will steal and kill and there will be wars after wars around the whole world and the humans might extinct.
WHAT PRISONS SHOULD DO.
Prisons should make their place worse to the prisoners so less crime happens. How less crime happens is that people will hear prison will become a living heck for them. So the crime will decrease by %99 and people will be safe! People should stop doing crime, like cause and effect. People would not have to worry about their crazy ex or their crazy brother. Crime can be stopped!
I disagree because if there are more dangerous people in the prison you will let them out and they will commit more crime.if more crime is happening the earth will be more dangerous and most people go to jail for murder so if we let people out we don't know if we let out a murderer people will die.And the human population will go down.
I agree with opinions A and B, but I disagree with opinion C.
A - A is saying that prisoners should be allowed to be free from a bad prison after committing a crime because it would be better. If the prisoners didn’t commit a crime, then there is no point in putting them in jail. It’s because they actually did something wrong, so they need to be punished, is what a person who disagrees would say. But, sometimes, the prison is too harsh for them and could worsen their mental health. The punishment and good treatment should be balanced. Of course prisoners shouldn’t be treated like angels, but they also shouldn't be treated fully like trash. So, the better option out of the two (staying in a bad prison or freeing them) is freeing the prisoners so there won’t be any more damage to their mental health.
B - B relates to A. Like I said, a bad prison can harm someone’s mental health. So, when the prisons are too bad, the prisoners would want to escape. That worsens the crime, creating bigger problem. “Oh no! That prisoner has escaped! We need to find him.” And when the prisoner is caught, they would want to escape once again.
C - I don’t disagree with C, but I also don’t agree with it either. It really depends on the prison and the prisoner’s crime. If the prisoner’s crime isn’t as bad like stealing, and the prison is harsh, then the prisoner deserves to be free. But, if the prisoner’s crime is bad such as killing or robbing, then they don’t deserve to be free.
I agree that the bad prison makes crime worse like maybe someone did something bad and went to a bad prison for 5 days when they get out they could want to seek revenge that's if they mean bad (they treat prisoners badly) but if they mean bad (broken or has issues) the prisoner could easily escape for example if the door needs fixing he could kick it and run and I don't think there would be good gaurds there if the handcuffs are broken too they could free their hands and steal the keys and escape
And that is a big problem that desperately needs to be fixed.
I agree that because if government let all prisoners go,they will make harmful effects such as killing, countries will be worse not better.
yes i agree because they will keep on causing more damage in the country.
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I agree with opinion B because if a prison is bad, it may increase a prisoner's desire to escape from it. I will explain with an analogy. If you are sitting in a dirty classroom, there are wrappers everywhere, and your chair is wobbly, and gets on your nerves, wouldn't you want the day to be over, or get to your next class? The same thing happens in prisons. If the prison is dirty, prisoners should at least have a somewhat clean environment, or they can't even sleep at night from people moaning and making noise, who wouldn't want to escape from there. If prisoner(s) get out, due to the greater will to escape, they can cause even more crime if they are not caught swiftly.
I am not sure about why anyone would disagree, if I am wrong please correct me in the comments.
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I agree because... when you said that if a prison does not bring pleasure, the prisoner will have the desire to escape from it.
I strongly agree with you because if a prison environment is not safe and healthy for the prisoners, like you said the prisoners will not want to stay in it, instead they will want to escape from it. For example, when an office that you got a contract from invites you in but they are not welcoming, in this case their environment is not dirty but your colleagues are not welcoming you as one of them, once you notice this you would have the urge to get away as fast as you can, this is exactly the problem in some prisons and sometimes it causes a major jailbreak.
In conclusion the problem that some prisons are facing is lack of adequate and hygienic care for the prisons forcing themselves to get out of the nasty environment, that is breaking out of the prison. I think that prisons need to provide sufficient and adequate care for the prisoners to stop the current situation that the world is facing.
Point B states that “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better”. I strongly disagree with this statement. This is because a prison that is so called “bad” paints the image in my head that it is like living hell and serves no good conditions to be lived in. Surely this would deter people from committing crimes as a free innocent human being would be able to live in the comforts of their own home not being controlled or watched at all times in a prison. However people may argue that they agree with the statement as the more prisoners there are the more development needed in the housing of criminals which therefore could lead to the upgrading of prison facilities. But if that was the outcome it would surely attract the criminals with a small sum of money to live off/poor living conditions to commit crimes so they can live in a prison that has been decorated and renewed and offers meals which they may not have received living in the outside world.
I agree because there are peoples lives on the line and you never know what might happen because they are still crimmals so may have no one to go to so they have to stay until they go.
I disagree with point A which states that “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” My reason for disagreeing with this opinion is because, prisoners are kept in prisons for offending the laws and rules of the society. Such people are normally seen as dangerous to society which is why they are locked up behind bars in order to prevent them from harming civilians. If a prison is not managed properly the conductors should find the root of the problem and carefully improve on those faults. Letting prisoners go because the prison is bad can risk the life of citizens, increase crime rate of a country and cause panic and fear among people.
I disagree with point A because if a prison is run badly that dosen't mean they should let prisoners out of jail and if they allow prisoners out of jail the country will be in danger and they will risk the citizens lives which will allow most of their citizens leave the country because there is no safety in the country, and with prisoners around there will be a huge crime wave in the country.
If a prisoner is able to escape from a prison they should not be allowed to continue with their former lives or be released to civilization. Because most of them would want to continue with their life of crime or even make more people to commit crime and may eventually become a criminal like them. So I think if the prisoners are able to escape, they should be brought back, rehabilitated and corrected before being allowed into civilised society.
The police must intensify guards on the terrilbe prisoners because if this didn't happen prisoners could escape from the prison. A huge disaster happened in Ecuador. In a weekend, a violent leader of gangs escaped from the jail with the other prisoners. Gangs made alot of crimes that made the country from the worst countries in the world. There were few tourist s that traveled to Ecuador. First, They broke into a broadcast studio that was lived on the television. Many people were watching and they were surprised to see the leader of the gangs again. Gangs killed about 8000 people, if you were walking in the Ecuador's streets you could see corpses and burned corpses. They didn't stop at that they destroyed houses and they took captives to kill them with sharp tools. They traded in internationally forbidden things such as drugs and guns with alot of countries like America, Mexico, Colombia and European countries. Finally gangs were arrested to be in the jail again.
They were in the jail but they didn't learn and made crimes again
I disagree with A because it says"If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go." it would be a bad idea to let all the prisoners go because it is important to stay safe and make the community safe.Prisons were made to keep our community and world safe and to separate those who have committed crimes.And if they do let a prisoner free, our community would be in trouble because they would break into stores and other place where people would be shopping and could cause harm.And if people see the prisoner,other people might follow and it would cause a bigger problem.And if that happens,the whole world would be in danger because its, going to go on and on and on and on and the community would be doomed.All in all,prisoners should not be let out.
I agree with the fact that a bad prison can make a crime worse instead of better. A prison is a centre which is suppose to punish and correct wrong doers. When I think of a bad prison, I think of one which forgets the main thing a prison is meant to do, CORRECT. Some prisons maltreat prisoners and make them feel neglected and rejected. This will not help prisoners become better people. Prisons are suppose to prepare prisoners for when they go back into civilisation. If a prisoner who was maltreated instead of corrected in prison should get back into society, he or she will be worse than before, increasing crime rate instead of reducing it. The honest truth is that prisons are supposed to be very effective when it comes to crimes. They are an essential component in society because they do not only correct and curb criminal behaviour, but they protect citizens from criminals and compensate victims who have been affected. Prisons are to help improve those who have committed crimes. If a prison is bad citizens will not be properly protected since criminals can just break out of jail. Most importantly, prisons should learn to treat prisoners in a humane way so when they get back into civilization, they will treat others the way they were treated.
I agree that prisons might not be working because some prisons are filthy and has bug problems. Some abandoned prisons have places where the prisoners can escape. Also go out windows dig up holes in the ground or wall to escape to the outside world. I think some prisons should step it up and try to put at least a little more work.
i think there should be high security in prisons and gangsters like fito should"nt be given freedom to communicate with others and should have a special cell for him and should have police surround his cell at all times and follow him all time.
“If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I disagree with that because if the people that are in the prison get out they will be tempted to do more bad things making the world worse than it already is. “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” I don't know about this one i feel like if they sit in the prison for however long they got they could change. As they sit there and reflect on their actions. “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I disagree, when they get out they could do more bad things probably even worse .
"If a prison is bad, it would be better to simply release the prisoners." Some people believe that if a prison is not providing a safe and rehabilitative environment, it is more beneficial to let the prisoners go. However, it is important to note that a bad prison does not necessarily mean that releasing the prisoners is the best solution. A poorly managed prison can exacerbate the issue of crime rather than resolve it. If prisoners are released without adequate support and rehabilitation, they may be more inclined to commit further offenses. Additionally, escaping prison does not necessarily imply that a prisoner deserves to be free. Breaking the law by escaping does not justify their release. It is essential to address the root causes of a bad prison and work towards improving conditions for the inmates rather than simply letting them go. Those who oppose this viewpoint might argue for stricter punishment and better prison management as a means to deter criminal behaviour and promote justice.
I strongly disagree with Point C because it says If a prisoner is able to escape they should be set free. If a prisoner is able to escape the people who should be in charge should make the prison better and make the prisoner not able to escape.
I agree with opinion B, “ A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.” in my opinion Prison is a place where the criminal is punished for his actions. It is also a place where he is rehabilitated so that he does not commit crimes again. So it is not just place for punishment. So if the prison is bad place prisoners after the punishment period ends they will make more crimes, in the prisons all prisoners are criminals so they can do a lot of crimes inside the prison.
I agree with the statement that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. Here's why: Because criminals lack the resources required for a successful return to society, an ineffective prison system might worsen the cycle of criminality. Unfavorable environments may worsen criminal activity and encourage gang participation, and violence. People find it difficult to reintegrate into society when there are not enough support networks, which raises their risk of homelessness and unemployment. If prisoners get cruel treatment, stigmatisation and alienation may result, increasing distrust and criminal activity. Contrasting opinions may place more emphasis on cost considerations, emphasize discouragement, or have a low level of faith in therapy. On the other hand, research indicates that well-thought-out and rehabilitative jail systems can lower recidivism rates and foster a safer community. means that 60% of individuals released from prison end up committing another crime. bad prison system shows that 70% of former inmates struggle to find employment or stable housing upon release
Point B. I disagree with point b because prisons should be a lesson to stop doing crimes that you maybe commiting. Prisons should be designed to be harsh and maybe that will get alot of people in the world motivation to stop commiting crimes.
Overall I think prisons are good the way they are. Also it helps people do the right thing in life.
I strongly agree with opinion A because in as much as prisoners are sent to jails for committed crimes, they are humans and deserve to be treated as one. They may have flouted laws that has led them to that state, but we cannot ignore the fact that prisons are built to correct convicts rather than inflicting pain. How then do we correct a criminal by leaving them to poor conditions in prison. I cannot imagine how sane their mental health will be if they are subjected to poor conditions in prisons. A prison should be a safe place for criminals to aid their correction and reintegration into the society. If not, we may have them growing into worse deviant conditions if the state of their abode(prison) is in a deplorable state. Then it is a s good as leaving them to wander in the community.
I disagree with you, if a prisoner has done a crime they have to be locked up. On the other hand I do want everyone to be treated well and fair. Although, if you don't lock any people who have committed crime, everyone will start to commit crime.
I have choosen B, I don't agree with the first question because I personally think that a bad prison has nothing to do with making crime worse, as what happens in prisons stay there, and do not affect people from the outside.
The only way a bad prison ill afect civil people is if a prisoner scape from it
I do not agree with A,B or C as l think that there are people that can escape out of prisons they need to be moved to another prison to be more secure and so they do not escape. However for the people that will not them stay and move the others that do escape.
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If I was a warden for a prison I would make them do work or school so when they get out they already know what to do as their education or work. This will help them in life and get them a high paying job. And maybe get better mental health and not get back into prison.
I strongly disagree with point A, if a prison does not have good security then they shouldn't get their freedom, what should be done is moving them to a prison that has a good amount of security, if they are let go then that will just create more negative than positive impacts. Crime would increase by a lot since criminals would think that it is okay to be committing offenses when it is not okay in the slightest.
Point C: If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.
I disagree with this statement because if a prisoner for example killed about 10 people that month then they went to prison and escaped they won't deserve to be free because they will have to pay for their crime.
So if they escape then the police should go track them down and bring them back and add another year in prison.
i think prisons should not let prisoners go because they might commit the same crime again since they probably haven't learnt that they get sent to prison for the bad actions since they haven't really been in prison for long enough.
On point A, it states that “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” i disagree with this as if they would just let the prisoners go they would let people that committed really bad crimes like murder,kidnaping and etc and also prison are used for to stop people from hurting others,committing violence and to change the prisoners behavior and prisons are to show the consequence that u get for doing something bad.just realising them (the prisoners) will not make them regret their actions so they will probably do it again later in the future.
i disagree with A because if we let the prisoners go it will end up bad because people who have done bad things you will never know what they might do when they escape from prison it might end up of a world of bad people and i don't want that to happen what if i want to go shopping but then a prisoner comes in and starts to steal and then the shop will end up empty and if all the shops went empty we will have no food but the only thing we could do is do not let the prisoners out!
Point B says that "a bad prison can make a crime worse". I believe that it is true because as people were meant to go to prison to be reformed, the harshness, cruelty, and suffering hardens the hearts of the offenders and makes them determined not to change. If the prison is not doing its job and changing people's life , there is no point.
Point A says if a prison is bad it would be better if they just let prisoners go.Which i don't agree with because its kind of stupid to say if a prison is bad then just let the prisoners go because if they did a bad thing to get in prison then they have to pay the price.But let me get your guys's opinions.
In my opinion for C i fully disagree because if they get sent free then they are just going to make the world worse especially for the innocent people and that if they do, the prisoners are just going to commit more crimes and that it will not be good because they won't get any punishments which will just make them do more and more and more crimes harming people which can cause people to move to other places but the problem is, is that if the prisoners don't get recognise they can maybe commit crimes in airplanes cause people can sneak things they shouldn't causing crimes.
First of all I don't think that if a prison is bad they should just let the prisoners go because the purpose of prisons is to punish people for the bad things they have done, so if someone is in prison they shouldn't be set free because there must be a reason why they are there. If a prison is really bad they can move the prisoner to a better prison or just try to improve the things that make the prison bad.
This connects with the second poin and I do think that a bad prison ca make a crime worse, but not always. If a prisoner went to prison for a crime he commited and he only saw bad things during the time he stayed there, on the one hand he could be very angry and wanting to take revenge by commiting more crimes and on the other hand he could have thought that it would be better never commiting a crime again to never be in prison again.
Point A states that "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go."
i don't agree with this because if a prison is bad it's not a good idea to let the prisoners go and it's important to make sure the people are safe because they have prisons for a reason to keep the good people from the bad people and them letting them go can cause danger in the community for the good people.Even if the prison is bad they should start working hard to make it a good prison.
If prisons did not work a lot more people like Fito would be on the loose and the world would be a mess. Example: People would be killing and destroying a lot of places.
I really agree with point b because if a group of bad members are in one community they will have plans which will make crime worse in that prison, then if they escape it will be difficult to catch them meanwhile they are committing severe crimes in a different town which is bad to keep a group of bad people in one prison.
I strongly disagree with c because if prisoners escape their minds have not turn good yet because if you are ready to change you will not run away from the prison and also you are not supposed to let escapers go freely like that , but you have to investigate well.
I agree with option B, this is because if the prison is bad and does not reform the prisoners and just keeps them held it will not do nothing. I could even say it could make them worse because they might be angry at guards if they treat them wrong and keep on doing the crimes when they leave prison. They also might try to escape, hurt other prisoners/guards in the future because of the bad care and constant build up of anger for the guards. So I agree with option B because of a prison is bad the prisoners are bound to be worse.
I disagree with this statement. I disagree with this statement because most prisons have a big reason why they are where they are and if they were to be set free because it was "not working" they will end up messing up and doing the same things over and over many many times. The prisoners themselves will most likely disagree to what I'm saying. They would disagree because it's their own freedom that is in trouble. The prisoners would like to be free instead of being in a jail cell waiting to be released. This is how I think things would be.
I wholeheartedly concur with opinion A because ,in as much as prisoners have committed crimes,The state or country should treat prisoners as human beings, not as criminals who have violated laws. Prisons are designed to correct convicts because it is know as the correctional sector, and not inflict pain. Poor conditions in prisons can negatively impact a criminal's mental health and reintegration into society, because ,some prisons have poor health facilities. A safe prison environment is crucial for preventing worse deviant conditions and promoting societal growth.
Point ”A” says that “if a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”I disagree with that because if a prisoner left jail.The community that the prisoner is in it.The citizens will not feel safe because in any second there can be a crime.Whatever its type killing,steeling,burglary or even hacking.
I only agree with point B as the other two points don't make much sense to me, since crime is against the government and it's main goal which is to achieve nourishment and peace in the country,also it has the authority and holds the responsibility of the country's domestic conditions, so crime is a threat to the government and to the public communities.
That's why I don't agree with the other two points.
I agree with point B because prisons who are not educated about the criminals' mental and physical wellbeing can carelessly punish them and not care about their endurance limit and mentality,in result recidivism rates are likely to increase in comparison with a prison that prioritises the "time behind bars"more than punishment to reform prisoners and teach them how to be responsible, positive and productive citizens to the government where the lack of freedom helps them succeed in rehabilitation and reformative programs unlike punishment and overused cruelty.In another perspective based on the prisoners who managed to escape mid military operations in Ecuador was shocking news that had proven that prisons in Ecuador weren't sufficient enough to prevent these prison-breakouts,so prisons need to be equipped with the right education and staff to assure successful incarceration and desistance.
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I would like to agree with opinion B “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”.
I think that if a prison is being used correctly then it can only help prevent future criminal activity for these prisoners. A prison is there to keep prisoners safe and carry out a punishment for their wrongful actions that they had previously made.
However if a prison is not kept under control like it is meant to then it may lead to riots and fights amongst the prisoners. This would be an effect of bad security or lack of education on the prison rules.
There will always some sort of problem to do with fighting in prison, as prisoners start to believe in survival of the fittest and to make the other inmates realise how tough one person is compared to others they resolve to fighting.
In conclusion, I think if a prison wants to decrease the number of crimes they need to begin treating inmates like people instead of less than anyone else. Treating people like equals helps them realise that they don't need to continue their life of crime.
I agree because the prison is a way of letting prisoners know their mistakes that they made and don't repeat it again because if every prisoner made a mistake and when he gets out of the prison then makes the same mistake, in the future the world is going to turn to worst not to better and of course this is not the purpose or reasons that the governments made prisons for.
The people are punished for the crime which they commit . Prisons and punishments are to give the criminals a lesson for what they did . Some take it as a life lesson and some take it as an opportunity to commit more crime and follow a wrong path . According to me option ' B ' is more appropraite , as i said that most of the people take it as an opportunity to commit more crime the want to commit a crime increases day by day which is absolutely wrong . The people who commit crime are punished even for life time in prisons and some just for a a short period . This prison of the ecuador helped and promoted the criminals to commit another crime even more worse than the crime they commited before . The prison was responsible for what the criminas did , a prison should always have high rate of security and if not , the escaping of criminals take place . Criminals keep on getting ideas and plans to escape , but to prevent all of these phenomens SECURITY is a must . This escaping of the criminals will also promote other criminals in this prison to escape .
I agree with the statement that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. Criminals are sent there in order to understand what they have done wrong. They are there to face the consequences of their actions, but also learn. If they go there, but learn nothing, then the purpose of them being imprisoned wasn't fully achieved. The only positive thing that I see about this, is that society has been kept safe from them. However, they will need to be introduced back into it. How will they be able to accommodate properly, without causing any harm, if they still don't understand what went wrong when they got arrested?
If a prison is bad, then I don't believe that it should let the prisoners go. It should have its methods improved. Usually when something is not working properly, you don't just abandon it. You try to fix it. Usually when facing such an issue as prisons, the whole matter is more complex and often hard to compare to a smaller problem, but I think that people need an example, even if hypothetically speaking. I also believe that if the ones imprisoned would see that the other people are making an effort to help them, they would behave differently. I have noticed that people feel empowered when others seem to care about them. I think that it would definitely make a difference, if only those committing crimes would know that they are cared for and that things are done for them to get a better life. It is then their own decision to take action and change their lives for the better.
Icon-A: "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go."
Disagreement: Others may disagree, arguing that releasing prisoners simply because the prison is bad could pose significant risks to public safety. They might contend that while prison reform is necessary, releasing all prisoners from inadequate facilities without addressing the underlying issues could lead to increased crime rates and chaos.
Icon-B: "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better."
Agreement: Many would agree with this opinion, as evidence suggests that prisons with inadequate resources, overcrowding, or lack of rehabilitation programs can foster a hostile environment that may exacerbate criminal tendencies rather than reforming individuals. A bad prison may also contribute to recidivism rates by failing to address the root causes of criminal behavior.
Icon-C: "If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free."
Disagreement: The majority would likely disagree with this opinion, as escape from prison is illegal and undermines the justice system's authority. They might argue that escaping from prison does not absolve individuals of their responsibility for the crimes they have committed, and that allowing escaped prisoners to remain free undermines the rule of law and public safety.
I agree with point B because if a prison does not work properly it can lead to low-ranking offenders learning from high-ranking offenders increasing crime rates everywhere.
I disagree with point A because when a prisoner is let to go free if prisons do not work people who murder and kill others may continue endangering people and communities.
Prisons are also for reformation meaning that the point of prisons will be defeated if offenders go scot free.
I agree with brave plantian that a prison should never let go of a prisoner
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I disagree with this. I believe that once criminals are in there, they're in there for a reason so they must serve their time until justice is served for their crime. Also a bad prison can make criminals realize how they don't want to go back to prison, and therefore stop committing crimes.
For me a prison is a small community except for being a strict reformative system. Prisoners should be able not only to punish criminals but to change their whole world about what crime means. They need tonthink carefully and seriously about their actions and why not educated more about laws
I agree with the statement that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. This is because prisons are meant to rehabilitate and reform prisoners, not to make their criminal behaviour worse. If a prison fails to provide a safe and conducive environment for inmates, it can lead to increased violence and criminal behaviour among prisoners. Moreover, a poorly managed prison may not offer adequate educational or vocational programs, limiting the opportunities for prisoners to develop new skills and reintegrate into society after their release. Ultimately, the goal of a prison should be to ensure the safety of society and help prisoners become law-abiding citizens once they complete their sentences.
On the other hand, some individuals may argue that if a prisoner is able to escape, they deserve to be free. This viewpoint is based on the belief in personal accountability and the idea that escape from prison demonstrates a level of resourcefulness and skill, therefore deserving freedom. However, it is important to remember that escaping from prison is illegal and poses a risk to public safety. The primary responsibility of a prison is to safeguard society by ensuring that individuals who have committed a crime face appropriate punishment while being given the opportunity to reform themselves.
I'm not sure if a bad prison can make someone can crime worse instead better because it depends on how the prison operates. If prisoners are treated with care they might feel valued even if they have done bad things. This code make them think being bad is okay because they see bad people being treated well. However, if prisons focus on helping people change for the better, it could show that being good is important.
I think it is essential for prisons to provide support and guidance to help everyone become better individuals.
I agree with opinion B. Bad prisons can make criminals worse because the way they are treated in those prisons is exactly how they will treat people when they get out of prisons, they would be disliked and probably would cause a harmful crime that would send them back to that prison that they are getting worse at. If they are sent to a good prison they would learn to treat people fairly just like they were treated in the good prison. In conclusion the type of prison the criminals are sent to, determines their behaviour upon release
I strongly agree with option B this is because a bad prison environment can sometimes have the opposite effect of rehabilitation and actually make crimes worse. its important for prisons to focuses on providing a safe and supportive environment that promotes education, skills training and mental health support .this way, individuals can have a better chance at reintegrating into society and reducing the livelihood of reoffending. its realy an important issue to address and improve on.
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Statement B asserts that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better, and I completely agree with this statement. The purpose of a prison is to reform and rehabilitate offenders, but a poorly run correctional facility can have the opposite effect, increasing recidivism rates and exacerbating the underlying issues that led to criminal behavior.
While I believe a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better, there are some who may think otherwise. Those who hold this view may argue that prisons are inherently punitive and that offenders should be punished for their crimes rather than rehabilitated. They may also argue that the poor conditions of a bad prison are a necessary deterrent to criminal behavior and that offenders who are unwilling to comply with prison rules deserve to suffer the consequences.
I agree with opinion B which states "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better” because prisons tend to be brutal environments that cause violence and induce an aggressive mindset, which can cause more crime.
I disagree with opinion A that it would be better to release prisoners from a bad prison. While it's true that inadequate prison conditions can prompt issues such as mental health problems, simply releasing prisoners without addressing the underlying problems within the prison system could lead to further harm. Releasing individuals without proper rehabilitation or support systems and programs in place may increase the likelihood of reoffending the crime committed before, resulting to huge crime rate and instability within communities.
Those who hold the opposite view might argue that improving conditions within the prison system is a more effective solution than releasing prisoners en masse. They may believe in the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and ensuring that justice is served. Moreover, they might emphasize the need for investing in rehabilitation programs, mental health services, and educational opportunities within prisons to help facilitate inmates' reintegration into society upon their release.
I disagree with opinions A and C. I agree with opinion B though. I disagree with opinion A because just because a prison is bad, that doesn't mean that the prisoner has changed. In fact, if you let the prisoners go, they wouldn't get the justice that they deserve. I feel like instead of letting the prisoners go you should just improve the prison and the prisoners. I also disagree with opinion C. I disagree with opinions C because if just if the prisoner escapes, that doesn't mean that the prisoner learned their lesson. Also, if you're in prison, you're obviously in there for a reason so that means that just because you escape doesn't mean that justice was served.
I agree with opinion B because, if someone is in a bad prison that may cause people to do more things and be sneakier because of the fact they know that they can get away with it. Someone may think that the prison wont do anything about it.
I agree with the point B which says "a bad prison can make a crime worse than instead of better "because prisons aren't just for punishment but to learn the lesson and return to society as good as a great human being. Prisoners must be treated humanely in order to become normal civilians, the prisons must be used to release the energy of prisoners in useful ways like going to a small gym in the prison and they must learn how to respect the laws of their country.
Prisoners have to develop the idea that they didn't gone to the jail as a punishment for what they did so they learn from their mistakes and don't repeat it again.
I agree with "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better". If the prison is bad, the prisoners would more than likely be escaping and fighting. These events will certainly make crime worse. A bad prison will not be secure, safe, or any of the important needs of a prison. That is a very serious situation, because prisons are full of people who commit crimes, some worse and more dangerous than others. I think whoever runs the Ecuador prisons might disagree with me, because they leave the prisons in very bad shape, with poor security. They might think that they have enough security guards to secure the prisons, but the guards are who helped Fito escape. Even with maximum security, the jail is still not secure enough to keep dangerous people like Fito inside of them.
I have developed a different and positive perspective against option 'A'. I strongly agree with the statement "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.”
In the words of the famous peace maker Mahatma Gandhi ~ "Hate the crimes ,not the criminal."
Firstly I would say that instead of holding the criminal liable for the crimes ,if the particular crime is hate by the citizens of all the country ,a declination can be observed in the practice rate of the particular crime .Secondly ,if the security system of lockups are not well developed the prisoners should be freed or else it will lead complication of the system.Such as if the security is not well developed the prisoners will try to escape from the cell and other criminals too will follow it thus changing the nature of the country.The prisoners should be freed from the jail and should be trained how to be a better citizen and inculcate good habits in them at the rehabilitation centre governed by the government.
Everyone deserves a second chance.Maybe explaining them the value of living a trusty life may change their mindset .Thus it will also decrease the crimes rates followed up by the population of prisoners behind the bars.
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I agree with option B because if prison are bad it will make crime worse because in the prison if they are not well security that is watching the prison, it will give the prisoner the opportunity to do anything the want to do at any time, the can also bring in electronic gadgets like phone into the prison without them punishing the prisoner's that are Involved in the crime and it will give the prisoner privileged to escape the prison without anybody stopping them. So any bad prison is making crime worst instead of making it better, so government should provide a better security that will protect the prisoner from escaping.
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To fill in on opinion B, I agree because prisons should focus on reforming prisoners rather than punishing. I know this is the purpose of rehab, but rehab would not be needed if prisoners were not traumatized by prison. Instead, prisons should have a mental health class to help reform prisoners into better citizens to release back into society,.
I chose "If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I disagree because you clearly did something wrong why would I let you run free? I would rather have to find you if you escaped, then let you harm other people. The prison system in Ecuador probably would think the opposite. They would probably let that person go. It seems that in Ecuador, some of the people that are supposed to be working for the prisons, are on the prisoners side. All I am trying to say is that if you let a PRISONER go without trying to find them you are hurting yourself AND others.
I disagree with all opinions A, B, and C. I oppose opinion A, which states "If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go." Although prisons can be very bad and dirty, Most prisoners have to endure the consequences of their actions. But I also have heard different viewpoints. In most of these different opinions, they state that subjecting these prisoners to these conditions is rather cruel. Even with this I still think that prisoners should endure these conditions. Opinion B, states "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better." As much as this opinion is valid it is also very inconsiderate. If a prisoner has committed a terrible crime then the person should be put into these conditions. The definition of a prison is "a building in which people are legally held as a punishment for a crime they have committed or while awaiting trial." If punishment is not given then the crimes will continue. Opinion C says "If a prisoner can escape then they deserve to be free." This statement and way of thought are extremely careless. The reason I say this is because if a prisoner committed a gruesome heinous crime they must serve their punishment. If the prisoner escapes and is let go this allows the opportunity for another crime to take place. For these reasons, I believe that every opinion is wrong.
I agree with answer C: if a prisoner can escape they should be aloud to be free. my answer is mostly inspired by the fact that if a prison, high security or not is escapable, it is like the prisoners are aloud to escape. I mean what is the point of putting a person in prison if they will just escape? If anything it will make it worse because it will make the prisoner even angrier.No. one should be put in prison just to escape. You might as well just open all their doors and say " Do crime all of you!" and then walk away.
I disagree with A, because these criminals are dangerous, letting them out is not going to solve the problem. In fact, it will make it worse, if a large amount of escapees are on the loose, then the armed forces will be pressured to maintain law and order.
I agree with B, the most famous escapist in the world, Yoshie Shiratori, escaped prison 4 times just because the prison guards were abusive with Shiratori, when he finally testified with a judge that the prison guards were abusive, and did not carry their job legally. Shiratori then demanded that he be sent to Fuchu Prison, where he spent his sentence, despite him being able to escape at any moment.
And I heavily disagree with C, if a mass murderer escapes, then does that mean that they deserve to get free? That is just nonsensical.
In my opinion, I strongly disagree with option (C). I disagree with option (C) because if someone is put in prison that means they did something wrong. if they escape they still don't deserve to be free because they will just go back to doing bad stuff. If every criminal that escapes jail is free, criminals can escape and do bad things again. Even if they go back to jail afterwards they will just escape again and do more bad things if the prison is not secure. That is why I Strongly disagree with option (C).
I disagree with the statement that if a prison is bad, it would be better to let the prisoners go. Prisons are necessary to protect society from individuals who have committed crimes such as murder robbery and many more. Instead of releasing them, efforts should be made to improve prison conditions and rehabilitation programs and while they are fixing all of their repairment .Releasing prisoners could pose a risk to public safety and may not address the root causes of criminal behaviour. It is important to ensure that prisons are effective in their goals of punishment, rehabilitation, and public safety.
I agree with the statement that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. When prisons do not provide proper rehabilitation programs and resources for inmates, it can lead to them becoming more involved in criminal activities upon their release that can cause their sentence to be longer and they cannot let that happen because they need more space for the people that just committed the crime. A neglected prison environment can foster negativity and violence, causing inmates to become more hardened and disconnected from society. Therefore, it is crucial for prisons to focus on rehabilitation and offer support to help individuals reintegrate into society as law-abiding citizens. In conclusion, the quality of the prison system plays a significant role in either reducing or exacerbating criminal b
I believe that the saying in B is quite right. When a prison lacks for instance proper security methods or behaves aggressive towards prisoners then this can make them angrier.
A good prison need two aspects ,in my personal view.
They need good communication between prison staff and prisoners and of course reformative activities.
We shouldn't forget that buildings and the basic needs should be met such as hygiene and food.
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I am respectfully agree with the opinion (A) that “ If a prison is a bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” This stems from the trust that a badly run or poor prison environment can have harmful effects on the well- being and recovery of inmates. By allowing to leave the prisoners could prevent more harm and may be provide them with a chance to reintegrate into society in a more positive manner. Moreover, it is important to note that this approach should be examine as a last center and efforts should be made to improve prison conditions and carry effective recovery programs for the benefit of both inmates and the community.
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I would like to share my view about the option B" A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better." I totally agree with this statement because prisoners are in the prison to improve themselves and if the prison is bad, how can the prisoners improve themselves? If the prison aren't focusing on the growth of the prisoners, the prison can't know what is happening to prisoners?, what the prisoners are going through? , are they getting in fight with other prisoners ? , etc. Prison should be good to improve the prisoners. The prison should know what's happening in the prison and if something bad is happening, they can try to improve that.
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First of all I have to say that I aggre with option B. Police put people in prison who had committed a crime. This way they help them create a better life and make them polite. If a prison doesn't care about the prisoners they have, then this might make that situation worse. Prisoners won't understand what have they done and when they will be free to go is sure that they'll commit crimes again. Moreover if the prison don't behave the way it needs, prisoners might be worse when they will let free and they'll commit worse crimes. After that we can understand how prison can make a crime worse instead of better!
I agree with statement b because if it is a bad prison then prisoners will escape and if they escape then they will make more trouble and crime to the world outside beyond the prison. This could be a major problem to citizens in their country because they are not in a safe enviroment with dangerous criminals running around.
I agree with option B. I think if a prison do bad things to their prisoners, the prisoners won't understand their fault. Everybody knows that prisons are to make prisoners understand their faults, if a prison do those bad things the prisoners will understand that they didn't do anything bad. This is how a prison can make crime worse instead of better.
I think if a prison is bad then the prisoners should be taken to a better prison located somewhere else instead of the prisoners going free if the prison is bad or inhumane then it would be cruel to put someone in it for just stealing or something like that.I disagree with statement C because if someone is able to escape a prison that prison should improve their security and make the prison more humane.
In my opinion, prison is something most people try to avoid, but prison is bad and should not let prisoners go. Most of the times most people know that they are going to get in trouble to go to prison. I do believe there should be a better system since there are people who still go to prison just for self defense and have not gotten introuble by the law about anything, why would they be in jail?
If a prisoner is escaping that just means they generally do not want to be there anymore, that does NOT mean they should be free because any kind of prisoner could want to escape like a serial/mass killer for example.
I totally disagree with option A" if a prison is bad it will be better to let the prisoner go" because if the prisoner are roaming here and there then that will be dangerous for other citizens of the country and cause more crime and violence. It will not be safe for the citizens to live there and maybe for their own safety, the citizens can move to a new country.
So, I think that option B "A bad prison can make worse than better " is good than the other two options.
The prison should improve the facilities that they are providing the prisoner and keep the prison neat and clean.
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In my opinion I agree with opinion B ie "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better". In my opinion a bad prison makes a prisoner worse because a prisoner commits crime only because of his bad mentality. In this case if a prison A prisoner is mistreated and mentally tortured then he completely forgets his mentality and tends to commit worse crimes than before. So, in my opinion it is better not to have a bad prison than to have a bad prison which may not be good for the prisoners but They won't be worse than before. If possible we should build an honest minded prison. That's basically why I agree with opinion B.
Hope I've made it clear to everyone. Please let me know if there's a problem with my opinion.
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I would choose opinion B, "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better." I think this opinion makes sense because studies have found that really tough and mean conditions in prison can make people more likely to go back to crime instead of getting better. When prisoners have to deal with too many people in one place, violence, being ignored, and not being able to learn or get ready for a job, they’re more likely to commit crimes again when they get out. So, it's super important to focus on making prisons nicer and helping people change for the better, so they don't go back to committing crimes again. I think individuals within law enforcement and some of the people in a society who lean towards punishment rather than rehabilitation might see things differently when it comes to how prisoners should be treated. I think they might think keeping prisons tough helps keep everyone safe, while others believe punishment is important to make sure criminals face the consequences.
if the prisons aren`t working, they should do defence on the gates with lots of power and really need to have better guards for the prisons. Also they should punish the people who did the worse mistake shouldn`t be the ones going outside and instead keeping them inside. Including that even if the prison isn`t protected enough they still need to be put in a place where they are secure and a good place for them to be punished.
In my opinion, I disagree with option B because, if a prison is vicious and treacherous, than it is more likely that crimes will not take place. Let's say a malevolent person was going to kidnap an innocent child, but than it get's caught by the police, well they would probably be going to a horrendous prison full of torture. The question is, would you like to go there? The answer is no, and I anticipate that the criminal would surely know that. So he/she would not dare try to go there, making there be no crime, creating no havoc and sorrow for the family and parents of that child. Additionally, it is good to have a bad prison as, it would teach prisoners to be good and reflect on their actions on hurting unimpeachable people, such as victims. Nevertheless, it educates prisoners to earn their mistakes.
Can you think about what could be the negative effects of keeping prisoners in such poor conditions in prison?
Thanks for the question Chloe! In my opinion, I think that the negative effects of keeping prisoners in such poor conditions in prisons are, for example, let's say a prisoner, who did something flabbergasting, had a long sentence for his/her crime, but during the sentence, he/she felt regretful and guilty and they wanted to get out of the prison of torture to do some good deeds. What if the government and judge do not allow this. Than what will happen? Additionally, what if the prisoner is vengeful and wants justice for himself/herself. So he/she would try to escape the prison and get pay back on the sorrowful, exasperated victim. Who knows what he/she would do. The question is, will the menacing, horrendous prisoner, take justice for himself/herself or we he/she agree and except the mistake that they did?
I agree with B because if the prison is bad then the prisoner won 't learn how to be kind and he / she will do so many bad things over and over again but even worse than before . Also , he / she will get other people to do bad things as well and that is not right . Everyone makes mistakes and we learn from our mistakes but if prisoners keep on doing bad things then he / she will not learn from their mistake and he / she will think it is okay to do .
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I personally agree with statement B as if a prison is letting riots happen and people escape then it shows that in reality the prison isn't worth having. This causes violence since when others escape or riot it could cause others to think it is good to riot and escape as well as the fact if the conditions are horrible they are going to attempt to escape anyway. The crimes committed will then be significantly worse and it will ruin the safety of the prison and country. On top of this I don't think that a prison should be run like it is a holiday place but instead there to do it's job with less harm involved.
Others may disagree with me as if a prison is run badly it is strict which makes the prisoners want to be better or they shall be severely beaten and punished. If a prison is run horribly then it not only enforces rules but could stop people from ever deciding to commit crimes again after their time.
I agree with option b as I think that prisons should focus on rehabilitation to ensure that a person progresses and understands the crimes that they have committed are not right because if a prison treats a person with disrespect and not humanely then the person that's been sent there has no point in staying there as they will never be ready to be sent out into society again if not properly managed. some people might agree more with statement a as they might not see a point in a prison if not managed well while I kind of agree with this statement I believe that a better solution would be to transfer prisoners to a better prison so they can properly work on themselves.
I agree with opinion B because if there are poor conditions in a prison it means prisoners may have to resort to violence to obtain better food as well as better resources available for them. This would ultimately make the prisoners more aggressive towards prison staff and fellow inmates. If they get released into society with this mindset it will induce fear into communities which may make people feel like they have to carry weapons such as knives to protect themselves from the danger of the ex inmate.
However I can see why some people disagree with the statement as if inmates have experienced dangerous and unhygienic conditions it may make them be afraid to go back. Due to this crime would be reduced because people don't want to go back to such conditions again.
C= i agree and disagree with C because if the prisons aren't working then people should fix them so the prisoners can escape and what is someone murdered a victim then goes to prison they could easily escape and murder someone else.
I disagree with A because prisoners deserve to be in a place with bad and inhumane conditions for a long time for the crime that they commited.
You used the word "inhumane" - which implies that they would have a lack of basic human rights. Is it ever OK to deny a person of these? What might happen if human rights could legally be taken from some people?
"if a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go." i disagree with this statement but i yet agree, instead of just letting them go, move them to a better prison that isn't so run down to stop the problem but also stop any other problems such as prisoners being able to escape, or possibly make it when they are released they will just go back to what they where doing due to how run down the prison is and to almost "corrupt" their minds althouhg a good prison could smallen the possibilities of that happening.
I believe that B is the most suitable. This is because, if the prison cannot fulfil their purpose, the prisoner will escape and, if it is comfortable, it is a reward. If it feels like a reward, not a punishment, the prisoner wouldn't learn from their mistakes and cause more chaos and havoc. True, prisons are harsh, severe and cruel, but prisons are there to keep the prisoners. Prisons make sure that justice is served to the victims and that the wicked are served punishment by going to jail. Privileges should be banned so that they learn from their mistakes. If the prison were to let him/her go, it would bring the jail's name down and bring them shame. Better try than give up.
if the prison is not working they should move them to a new prison and make more secure.
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If prisons aren't working there will be Un development in our respective communities the rate of crime will increase due to lack of right attitude to work, and the minds of younger ones will not be developed in the sense that they will not be able to know what is good or right because prison will not be efficient for them to know what it is all about.
Also, if prison where not working people won't be afraid of the consequences because people will think it is lawful to do whatever he or she want to do at any given time of their people will engage in different forms of violence such as.
1) Theft
2)Rape
3)Murder
And whole other different forms of alternative if prison didn't work. And there won't be punish for people to know what RIGHT AND TRULY JUST is and the offense that they have done to other innocent people.
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If Prison ever shut down or never existed It would be generally bad. People may often think that it is amazing and good to not have prison because they wouldn't get punished for the horrible crimes they probably did. Subjected to dangerous conditions, resulting in trauma. In addition, incarceration severs a person's ties with family and support networks and causes them to lose their jobs and housing. Upon release, people with a criminal conviction face barriers to housing and employment.
I strongly disagree with C because escaping from prison is a criminal offence, and it poses serious risks to the safety of both the public and law enforcement personnel. It can lead to dangerous situations, including harm to innocent civilians and law enforcement officers tasked with recapturing the escaped prisoner. Escaping from prison typically results in harsher penalties, including an extension of the prisoner's sentence. This not only prolongs their time behind bars but also affects their chances of joining society again.
I think "a bad prison will make crimes worse" because if a prison is bad it gives freedom to;
1. Killings : for instance a prison where a framed/accused person is kept together with prisoners who are murderers, the real criminals could torture the accused person who is not a hardened criminal. Such behaviors sometimes encourage the real criminals that they can commit crime anywhere because the sometimes see themselves as bosses in the prison over the accused prisoners who are not hardened.
2. Breakout. : if prisons are bad it will also lead to escape as a result of gang ups by persons, people or even the entire prisoners.
3. Securement, punishment and safety is not achieved : Prisons are known as correction centers but a bad prison will cause prisoners to be unsafe from one another. Therefore they will not be able to learn their lessons for the wrong deeds that led them to prison.
4. Reformation is not achieved: this is a major issue with prisons because most prisons try to reform a prisoner when they can but a bad prison will not reform a prison rather it will make them worse.
The statement that a prisoner who escapes deserves to be free may spark debate. Some may argue that escaping does not change the fact that the prisoner committed a crime and should face consequences. Others might believe that if a prisoner can successfully escape, they have proven their determination and should have a chance at freedom. Ultimately, the decision on whether an escaped prisoner should be free is a complex moral question that requires careful consideration and weighing of various viewpoints.
I agree with the statement that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. When prisons lack proper facilities and programs for rehabilitation, inmates may not have the opportunity to improve themselves during their time in prison. This can lead to increased frustration and anger among inmates, which could contribute to a cycle of violence and criminal behaviour. A well-functioning prison system that focuses on rehabilitation and reintegration is essential in reducing recidivism rates and promoting a safer society for everyone.
The opinion I agree with most is A. If a prison is bad, what is the point of staying in prisons. The prisoners will not learn to be a good citizens. Prisons need to give the prisoners a bit of punishment and they need to be reformative. If a prison doesn't do those things, they should be set free. The opinion I disagree with is opinion C. If the prisoner escapes, then the prisoner has a bigger crime. They have more punishment and they don't deserve to be set free. The opinion I would like to respond to is opinion B. When a prison is bad, they let the prisoners realise that they can escape and do other things. The prisons make it worse for the prisoner, but it is also the prisoner's choice. If they escape or do other things then they will make the crime worse. It is their choices they make and they will have to face their consequence.
I disagree that If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go as the people in those prisoners are there because they have committed a crime and deserve to be punished for doing so. if prisoners were allowed to be free then crime would still be illegal but there would be no punishment and it may lead to more violence as people will now be subjected to all of the illegal activities and people scared even at home while illegal activities will still happen but with no one able to do anything about it.
I strongly disagree with Option A as if the prisoners were to be released, it is likely they will just continue the actions they were punished for, endangering the lives of the public and potentially themselves, all without the retribution of being sent to prison. It is also proven that prisons can be highly effective if built correctly - Sweden for example brands their jail cells as rehabilitation centers, which are shown to increase happiness in time their and drastically reduce the chance of the inmate committing the crime again, as opposed to cells in other countries intended for punishment, which are shown to make the prisoner more upset and angry about their situation, leading to potential escapes, suicides, in prison murders, continuous breaking of the law, and far more negative outcomes of this method of dealing with people. With this clear evidence, there is no doubt we should not simply release inmates for they to cause chaos and put many citizens' lives at risk from their carnage, but instead remake prisons to be more mentally-positive for the people inside, aiming to fix their issues so they can become better people to make society better as a whole.
However, I very slightly agree with this statement, as it is possible many criminals regret their actions, and instead of making them suffer for many months or even years for minor things in bad cases, we can pardon them and not risk their mental health to be put in jeopardy over a petty crime, which could potentially lead to more severe crimes. Despite this, it is still imperative that prisons are remade to be more like countries such as Sweden, as the rehabilitation approach is much more positive for the public, prisoners, guards, and just everyone in general.
I strongly believe that if a prison is 'bad', the prisoners should not be set free but rather transferred to a different prison or reform their current prison. However in Ecuador i do not believe the prison was 'bad' but instead just had low security, especially for a leader of a gang, Los Choneros that has connections across different states. Also with 'Fito' being the leader of such a vast gang across south America, there will have been a lot of disarray and mayhem within the gang with him being in prison therefore they will have needed him out and may have had connections with Fito's escape
Furthermore, drug related crimes are a big problem in Ecuador and gangs have a lot of power to the point authorities struggle to stop violence and control prisoners. I believe to resolve this there must be further regulations put in place to prevent gangs and crimes across south america
to a large extent I strongly disagree with the statement(A) if prisons are bad we should let the prisoners go. I think this because if criminals are not detained we will live in a dangerous and unsafe society where there are no sanctions for unacceptable behavior.
I do not agree that prisoners should be set free because prisons are designed for the purpose of imprisoning the people committing harm and crime to the society. So instead of releasing prisoners prisons should be able to get to the government to make its environment fit for its purpose of public protection and making the society/community better and safer for those around it
I am quite agree with the statement "If a prison is bad, it would be better if they just let the prisoners go" I agree with this statement because prisoner at prison is overcrowd and been shut in a bad prison with worst condition this will extremely increase their anger and feel disgusting, if they escape the reason is very obvious they don't want stay in a bad condition prison rather than at society on a short amount of time and get caught again sending back to different prison, government either improve all prison to same level or move prisoner to other prison, but we shouldn't let prisoner go judge on the bad deed they did, short amount of time in society could cause a big problem some of them might hard to caught, prison purpose was protect and secured the endanger outlaw they must not disturb other's good time and family.
I disagree with both statements A and C. I disagree with the statement, “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I disagree because though the prison is bad or unable to produce the necessities that prisoners need doesn't mean that they should be free. If the prison is unable to produce the necessities the prisoners need or certain prisoners the police or government should transport the prisoner(s) to a different prison. Now here is why I disagree with the statement “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.”, I disagree because though they escaped they probably did not get a chance to learn to be reformative and be a better citizen and soon contribute to the world. However I may disagree that prisoners shouldn't be free but if they aren't supposed to be in prison that's a different story.
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I agree with B because... if you don't reform prisoners, when they get out they might just go back to committing crimes and murders. And if the prison doesn't give much justice they might just commit another crime and not get fazed about going back to prison. Another reason is that, it can be bad for the locals too cause if prisoners are not getting a good punishment they might just go out and hurt the locals, and like I said earlier they wont be fazed about go back to prison, more people might commit crimes because they see it happening left and right.
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I agree with B because if a prison isn't fit for a purpose like punishment, the prisoners are not getting enough of that purpose (i.e punishment) and if they get set free, they're most likely going to do things that are worse than the thing(s) they did to get in prison in the first place. It's going to be a free-for-all in the streets with people getting hurt all over. If they don't get enough of a certain purpose, they might try to escape (like Fito). If it isn't secure, they might escape. If it isn't comfortable, they might not want to stay in a certain cell. If it isn't reformative, once they get let free, IF they get let free, they might do worse things. If it isn't safe, (some prisoners may be big guys, but they're a bit sensitive) they might not want to stay in any prison, but if they get let out, they might do worse things.
In my opinion I would go with B. One reason why I go with B is because if prisons are bad then they would most likely be a bad person because they would not like to be treated bad again so they would suffer people so they won't have to suffer or be in that place again.
The opinion I chose was "A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better." I disagree with this opinion because if a prisoner is exposed to harsh or poor living conditions then that can push that individual to do better and stay out of prison. I believe this because I as an individual don't like to and wouldn't want to go back to a place where the conditions were bad and I was uncomfortable. I think a person who is ignorant and doesn't really care if they go to prison might disagree with this. I think they're reason might be, to take risks and not care what happens to you.
I truly agree with opinion B, as I think that a bad prison will make the prisoners think that it does not matter what type of crime you commit, you can escape very easily. It will make the prisoners think that they have the right to escape, and when they are out they will maybe commit more serious crimes without any consequence, and then the circle will repeat endlessly.
This is why I think that a bad prison will make crimes much worse. But, many people could disagree with me, specially prisoners that want to escape besides the crimes they have committed. Their reasons will be some like "we deserve to be treated fairly" or "we can learn the lesson". I am not saying that prisoners don't learn the lesson, because maybe, if they are able to escape, they start to think differently and live a clean life, but I personally think this is not a common example.
In conclusion, I think that prisons need to work well, so no prisoners escape and no more crimes are made.
A bad prison could make crime worse. This is because if a prison is bad, that means that they have more freedom inside of the prison. This would make people not be scared to commit crimes and go to jail. Meaning that it would make crime worse. This is why prisons need to be good and secure so they can stop crime.
I find opinion C realy interesting, let me explain. I've heard before that some prisons in other countries don't prosecute prisoners for trying to escape because its their human nature to want freedom. This correlates with wether or not someone should be allowed to be free if they manage to escape. If they arent punished for trying to escape and when they escape they are just allowed to be free then it could have some negative impacts. This would make it easy for prisoners to simply team up to fight past the guards and escape as a group and I beleive it would be bad for countrys if many groups of prisoners were escaping all the time, this would bring up the crime rate in areas with prisons and cause many casualties, and in my opinion it would defeat the purpose of prisons. Prisons were made to keep people who don't abide by the law locked away either for punishment or retribution. Letting them go if they are simply smart enough to work together doesn't make up for their actions and the reason they were put in jail. Also if a prison were corrupt then people like gang members or family from the outside could sign up and become a guard with the right qualifications and set them free when no one is paying attention. This would not be them escaping by themselves or fighting for their right to leave like how I imagine would be the reasons people beleive they should be released. Personally I don't agree with any of these opinions but I understand where they are coming from because they have lots of good points that I do agree with but the pros out-weigh the cons and unfortunately that's a deal breaker for me since there seems to be a flaw with the statements and a way they could have a heavy negative impact.
I would agree with the statement A) because if the prison has such bad and inhumane conditions in everyday life (as violence among prisoners) it would be better for the prisoners to do some kind of punishment outside the walls and prove that they are ready to change and that they will no longer break the law. Because otherwise it could cause negative reactions and they could be even worse without perception of what is good!
I disagree with the statement. Just because someone manages to escape from prison doesn't automatically mean they deserve to be free. Escaping from prison is considered a crime in most legal systems. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding the escape or the perceived injustices within the system, breaking the law by escaping undermines the authority of the legal system. Allowing escaped prisoners to roam free poses potential risks to public safety. These individuals may have been convicted of serious crimes and could pose a threat to society if they are not properly apprehended and reintegrated into the legal system. Those who might disagree with my stance could include individuals who advocate for prison reform or who believe in the concept of civil disobedience. They might argue that certain circumstances, such as wrongful convictions or inhumane conditions within the prison system, justify escaping as a form of protest or self-preservation. They might also argue that the punishment for escaping should not be as severe as the original crime, particularly if the escape was non-violent and motivated by desperation or a desire for freedom.
In my opinion, It depends in what way you mean bad, bad as in its unclean or bad as in not good and quite run down. If prisons are unclean i feel like it could have some bad and good sides to it, the good side is that it would teach the prisoners not to commit a crime again otherwise they would end up in an unclean place. It is also bad because the prison would stink of unclean things and you may even get ill, also if you were a prison staff member it wouldn't be very nice to do your job for how many hours you work for and the whole time it stink and it wouldn't be very pleasant.
On the other hand if you mean bad is not good and quite run down or the staff not treating the prisoners fairly then there is an issue, because to be fair if you did a crime and went to a prison and you weren't treated fairly it would make you want to escape and behave badly from reacting.
I agree with option B the most, because the other options are ridiculous and if a prison does not care about how they run it, it could lead to consciences. To make this concise, a bad prison could definitely make crimes worse, because if prisoners don't get treated with respect and don't try to change, this can influence breaking out of jail which can lead to harm of citizens, This can also endanger staff members and police officers. Others may disagree with this option possibly because some may think prisoners deserved to be treated poorly for their crimes and be held in a dirty, poor maintained prison.
I disagree with these opinions. Specifically the, “If a prisoner is able to escape then they deserve to be free.” I disagree because in the case that someone is a rapist, murder, child predator etc. and they manage to escape that puts more people in danger. This doesn't mean they deserve to be free it just simply means that the prison is not a well secured building and should be dealt with. I also strongly disagree with the opinion, “If a prison is bad it would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I disagree because without prison criminals will not be able to learn what they have done is wrong and learn from their past mistakes/crimes. Prisons are without a doubt, a very important factor in civilian safety.
One option that I have agreed to is "A bad prison can make crime worse than better." I agree with this topic because many prisoners are rowdy and they can create gangs to escape prison. An unknown gang is more dangerous than a known gang, and both of these can threaten police. If you keep murderers in the same place, eventually there will be a fight or a riot breakout which will harm police and citizens near a prison. Prison riots are very dangerous as they can spread like a plague. One person who I think will disagree with my opinion will most likely be police officers. They will likely believe that villains in a single place will help track everyone. They will think that since they have police work, the prisoners will not escape the prisons.
In my opinion, I strongly agree with option A “If a prison is bad it would be better to just let the prisoners go.” The reason why I think this is because prisons are meant to teach criminals a lesson and if the prison Is bad, then the criminals will not care if they go to prison and do more bad things because the prison staff won’t do anything to them. Prisons are in the world for a reason and if it’s not a good prison, then why should there be a prison at all if you’re not doing your job right? It’s absolutely unacceptable.
So overall, I agree with option A.
I think B is right, many criminals commit more crimes once they are released from the prison. This means that prisons do not work properly or at least they aren't helping prisoners to have a normal life once they are released.
I chose B because if prisons are not safe, more lives will be in danger and justice won't be taken and people will lose their family and loved ones. and I think they should always close their borders at a specific time of the day.
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I agree because prisoners can escape jail and some inmates can start fight in the gym or in the cafeteria.
I agree with point B because after a prisoner is released they may want to get back at the prison by blowing bombs for example.
I agree with opinion B because one of the main function of prison is to help prisoners become better version of themselves and for that they need to stay in a good and positive environment, however a bad prison that doesn't provide such an environment will actually make prisoners even worse and will compel them to make the same mistake for which they were sent in prison.
I also completely disagree with opinion A as one of the primary function of prison is to punish people for their crimes and if they are released just because the place where they had to suffer for their sins is not good enough, it would be doing injustice to all those people with whom they have done wrong which is not at all acceptable. everyone should and will pay for their wrongdoings.
Prison's purpose is to keep us safe and dangerous people away from us.
Prisons can be bad in many different ways; staffing issues, prisoners trying to escape, potential risks inside of prisoners fighting, as well as the challenges of illegal substances making their way into prisons.
If prisons aren't well run, then it will affect the prisoners, the crimes will be worse, they wont learn anything from inside or from their mistakes.
Focusing on human rights, this is something to be focused on in prison reform.
So if prisons were bad then prisoners will see it as a temporary place before they can leave and commit further crimes again.
So I think that we should consider alternatives to prison sentences.
I agree with choice (B) the most that a bad prison can make crimes worse instead of better because if a prison is bad it might just make the prisoner mad and encourage them to do more things. A bad prison could have bad security too so the prisoner could break out and do more bad things. If a prison is bad then the prison could be comfortable so the prisoner could enjoy the prison and not even see it as a punishment. A bad prison could also cause more problems around the area since the prison does not have good security and is easy to escape. This is why I agree with choice B that a bad prison can make crime worse instead of better. I disagree with choice A the most because if you let the prisoners out just because the prison is bad then they can just get out and do more bad things. Instead of letting the prisoners out they can just improve the prison so it is suitable for prisoners. If they improve the prisons then people don't have to let the prisoners go because the prison is bad. Another way you can prevent from having to let the prisoners go is you could move the prisoners to a better prison so you don't have to let them go. This is why I disagree with A the most that if a prison is bad it would be better if they let prisoners go.
I agree with B because the prison might make the prisoner more of a bad person than teaching them to be a better person. One part of a bad prison, is one that is not secure. If prisoners can escape easily they may just commit more crimes. Prison owners might think prisons that aren't secure might be okay, because they might have to put a lot of money into making them secure, and they don't want to do that.
Before I made this comment I looked at active_beetle 's comment and it made me think if you own an insecure prison and the prisoners escape with ease why keep them in a jail cell all day.
I agree with (B) the most because if there is already a serious crime and mental, health, and physical environment isn't safe or healthy it could cause even more mental issues and cause the crime to go worse or even make the person in prison crazy and possibly inflict harm onto others. Some people might say that if the prison isn't good it'll teach them a lesson, and yes it could but if the prison isn't a safe environment it could give unhealthy traits and habits and even make the person find things to harm people or escape. I halfly agree with (A) I believe that if the prison is bad they should let them go in a better and secure environment but I don't think the prisoners should just be let loose since they probably haven't changed and might cause harm to other citizens. I completely disagree with (C) if a prisoner escapes that is automatically a unsecure and bad prisons but letting the prisoners completely go would make the prison even worse and shouldn't;t be allowed. If a prisoner escapes and the guards just let them roam free it'll cause major problem especially if the prisoners are highly dangerous and physco they would definitely repeat what they did that led them into prison so if they just let them free it would be a harm to the whole social life. In conclusion I completely agree with (B), Halfly agree with (A), and completely disagree with (C).
The only people I can imagine thinking that a bad prison might be good for anyone would be people that do not have any experience at all with prisons.
I disagree with option A which says that if a prison is bad its better to just let them out. I strongly disagree with this because if prison's let criminals out it would increase the crime rate going in the country not just that even all the notorious gang leaders will be out they will even worsen the situation because if they are out they will begin to fight and cause chaos in the country so in my point of view I say that even if the prisons are bad they should just leave them in it because if they let them out they would not suffer the consequences of their mistakes and they would still repeat it again.
MY OPINION:
In my opinion, I believe option A is the right option for me “If a prison is bad, It would be better if they just let the prisoners go.” I agree with this statement because prisoners are in prison to be taught a lesson for the bad crimes they have done, and if prison staff aren’t treating criminals appropriately, then shouldn’t be prisons at all. In addition, If this is repetitive then prisoners will actually LIKE prison, and will keep on doing more inadequate crimes just for fun because nothing will happen to them if they go to prison because they are just having fun.
FACTS:
Fito, who was a criminal who went to prisons in Ecuador, threw parties in prison and he was allowed weapons such as guns, Knifes and many more! He was also allowed his phone and some more devices that “are” banned in prisons.
A TINY BIT MORE ABOUT MY OPINION:
As I said Earlier, I agree with option A- why should prisons be out there in the world if prison staff aren’t even doing their own job correctly? It’s unacceptable that in SOME countries the prisons aren’t high quality like most of the ones in the world.
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Opinion: B - “A bad prison can make crime worse instead of better.”
I agree with this because prisons should help people change for the better, but if they do not run well, they might make inmates more likely to commit crimes again. Good prisons should focus on rehabilitating inmates so they can return to society as better people. However, some people might think prisons should be tough on criminals to scare them from committing more crimes. They might believe that making prisons harsher will stop people from breaking the law in the future. But, when prisons are poorly managed, they often lack programs that help inmates learn new skills or deal with issues like addiction. Without these programs, inmates might not have the support they need to turn their lives around. Also, bad conditions in prisons can lead to violence and further criminal behavior. So, prisons need to be well-run and focus on helping inmates change their lives for the better.
i think we should not make people go to prison insted we should send them on a island with 30 days worth of food . once there time is up a boat will come and escort them off the island if they do it again they will go to prison and be wached 24 7 on video