CMY3704 Assignment 1 Semester 2 2023 (Answers)
mprisonment is one of the punishments which are most frequently meted out to
offenders in South Africa. After studying the statistical information provided below,
critically discuss the use of imprisonment as a sentencing option in South Africa....
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, Title: The Use of Imprisonment as a Sentencing Option in South Africa: A Critical
Analysis
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction
2. Definition of Key Concepts
3. Current Statistics on Imprisonment in South Africa
3.1 Prison Population Total and Rate
3.2 Pre-trial Detainees / Remand Prisoners
3.3 Female Prisoners
3.4 Juveniles / Minors / Young Prisoners
3.5 Foreign Prisoners
3.6 Number of Establishments / Institutions
3.7 Official Capacity and Occupancy Level
4. Advantages of Imprisonment as a Sentencing Option
5. Criticisms of Imprisonment as a Sentencing Option
5.1 Overcrowding and Inhumane Conditions
5.2 High Recidivism Rates
5.3 Disproportionate Impact on Vulnerable Groups
5.4 Financial Burden on the State
6. Alternative Sentencing Options
6.1 Restorative Justice
6.2 Community-Based Programs
6.3 Diversion Programs
7. International Perspectives on Imprisonment
8. Conclusion
9. List of References
1. Introduction:
The use of imprisonment as a sentencing option is a prevalent practice in South Africa.
This essay aims to critically discuss the use of imprisonment as a punitive measure in the
country. It will explore the current statistical information provided, highlighting the prison
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