Question

In 1985, Adam was convicted of committing a murder. He was treated according to the dominant correctional philosophy of the time. His case would have been treated in the belief that ________.

Answer 1

His case would have been treated in the belief that he can be rehabilitated.

Explanation:

• The idea of incarceration was commonly associated with the idea of rehabilitation and also reintegration (in some cases) during the late 70s and early 80s.

• For the crime committed by Adam, his reintegration with society would not have possibly been a reasonable and acceptable decision. Hence, in order to implement correctional measures, his rehabilitation would have been possible.