CPSS 235 Wk 5 Discussion – Juveniles: Life Without Parole

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CPSS 235 Wk 5 Discussion - Juveniles: Life Without Parole
CPSS 235 Wk 5 Discussion – Juveniles: Life Without Parole
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CPSS 235 Wk 5 Discussion – Juveniles: Life Without Parole

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Conduct an Internet search for The Sentencing Project website

Locate the “Juvenile Life Without Parole: An Overview” document from The Sentencing Project website. 

Respond to the following questions in a 200- to 350-word response:

  • Which U.S. Supreme Court rulings set restrictions on capital punishment for juvenile offenders? On what basis were these rulings made?
  • Is it fair for juvenile offenders to face the prospect of life without parole?
  • The United States is the only country that allows for juvenile offenders to spend the rest of their lives in prison. Should there be reform in this area?
  • Should cost be a factor in making these decisions?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.