Quote:If only that American punk had known about the punishment, he might not have been so keen on vandalism
Possible but unlikely. The deterrent argument is not supported by evidence as a principle. Most teens are not capable of assessing the long term effects of their actions. Even had he been aware,it's unlikely he would connect the punishment with his own behaviour.
I did not mean to imply I support brutal legal action of any kind. That I might desire and seek revenge does not make that desire moral.
