Judicial Corporal Punishment As an Alternative to Incarceration in the United States
Lessons Learned from Islamic Criminal Justice Systems
Abstract
Sanaz Alasti leaves the mainstream alternatives to incarceration to examine a different, seemingly archaic approach, physical (but non-carceral) punishment—corporal punishment. This book ignites debates about the history, persistence, and use of corporal punishment in criminal justice systems.
Alasti compares penological practices in in Western societies, represented by the United States, and Islamic societies, represented by Iran, to analyze which practices are more deterrent, less costly, and most humane. While Alasti does not suggest this should be the norm, she does present intriguing questions. Which is more barbaric? Is judicial corporal punishment a more humane and effective form of punishment compared to incarceration? Is corporal punishment a less cruel alternative to spending years behind bars in primitive and punitive jails and prisons? This book would be of interest to those studying criminology, criminal justice, history, law, and sociology.
Schlagworte
Prison Flaws Islamic Law Islamic Punishments Law Alternatives to Prisons Mass Incarceration Corporal Punishment Middle Eastern Studies Criminology Cruel Punishment History of Punishment Whipping Sociology- 101–104 Conclusion 101–104
- 105–106 Appendix 105–106
- 107–128 Glossary 107–128
- 129–134 Bibliography 129–134
- 135–138 Index 135–138
- 139–140 About the Author 139–140