Compare and contrast contemporary reasoning for adopting more fixed sentencing schemes with the reasoning for maintaining indeterminate sentencing

Discussion Question

The purpose of this question is to assess your knowledge and understanding of the relevant concepts presented in the readings, lectures, and video. This requires that you submit a well-reasoned and appropriately supported post, using correctly formatted APA citings and references, regarding the shift in philosophy and goals of sentencing reform.

For this discussion address the following:

• Compare and contrast contemporary reasoning for adopting more fixed sentencing schemes with the reasoning for maintaining indeterminate sentencing. Evaluate the philosophical foundations and history.