Utilitarianism
Christian Response
Custodial Sentences
Non-Custodial Sentences
100

Consequentialist

What type of ethical system is Utilitarianism?

100

Exodus 7-12 (The Plagues) 

Give an example of punishment in the Bible

100

Prison

Young Offenders

Psychiatric Hospital/Unit

What are three examples of a custodial sentence?

100

A sum of money that must be paid by an individual who has a committed a crime.

What is a fine?

200

Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill

Who are the two key figures in Utilitariansim
200

Exodus 21:24-25

Where would you find 'An eye for an eye....' in the Bible

200

£37,000

Roughly, how much does it cost to keep someone in prison for a year?

200

Involves litter picking, removing vandalism from walls, landscaping, painting or repairing local areas.

What is a community service/payback order?

300

If an action will lead to the greatest happiness for the greatest number then it is morally correct

What is Act Utilitarianism?

300

Matthew 5:39

Where will you find '... turn the other cheek..' in the Bible?

300

53%

What % of prisoners in Scotland reoffend?

300

Ankle bracelet attached to an offender. Ensure criminals stay out of certain areas and ensure they are in a certain place by a certain time.

What is an electronic tag? 

400

Rules are made to ensure the greatest good for the greatest number, following these rules is the right moral choice.

Rule Utilitarianism

400

“Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” John 8:7

Where can you find an example of Jesus telling people not to judge each other for their sins?

400

15-20 years

How long would someone roughly spend in jail if they are given a life sentence in Scotland?

400

Fines and Community Payback order

Which TWO non-custodial sentences directly benefit the community/society?

500

Greatest Happiness for the Greatest Number

What is the central belief/concern in Utilitarianism?

500

Matthew 5:39, Luke 23:34, Luke 6:37, Our Father Prayer

Where will you find examples the importance of  forgiveness in the Bible? 

500

75%

What % of employers said they would NOT consider employing someone with a criminal record?

500

Can cause further financial pressures on families living in poverty, maybe leading them to further crimes. 

What is a drawback of a fine? OR What is a moral issue raised by a fine?