MacKenzie’s From Theory to Policy

In MacKenzie’s From Theory to Policy: Evidence-Based Corrections, six theories of corrections or philosophies of punishment are discussed.

Identify the six theories, but select only one of these theories to construct a reflection addressing the following topics: A) the purpose of the theory; B) the utility of the theory; C) whether it focuses upon the crime or the criminal; and D) the key correctional policies informed by the theory.