Suppose a convicted rapist is due for release. Let's say that psychologists who have evaluated him are concerned he may commit a crime if he walks free.
Should he be released?
2007-07-31 19:56:57 · 33 answers · asked by robbob 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It is only their opinion; the opionion o f psychologists are not facts anymore than your opinions are facts. It is a factor in determining if he should be released before serving his complete sentence.
However, if he has served his time, he should be released. People should not be put in prison for crimes they have not committed.
And, if he admits he would rape again, at least he is honest and people can take adequate precautions. That is far better than being deceived by a liar and giving him your trust which puts you at far greater risk then you would be if you knew the truth.
2007-07-31 20:11:17 · answer #1 · answered by John 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Should he be considered a threat to society, yes. But if he's served his allotted sentence there isn't a choice in the matter. It's not a lot different than any other person who's committed a violent crime. Should the wife beater who battered a woman and says he'll do it again be released? There are many circumstances under which the same question could be asked. Ultimately, the only thing that will make a difference is to change the laws regarding the penalties and terms of release for such offenders.
2007-07-31 20:11:54 · answer #2 · answered by rrm38 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think if there is a great chance that he will rape again then no he should not be released. There has been several studies done on things like this.
If it was a once in a life time kind of rape that is a different story. Even though I believe that chance is always there. But if that person has raped several times before then yes more likely then not he will rape again.
Their desires to do these things to people will always be there. They can and will grow stronger. Maybe one day it will be more then rape. One day that rapist will be on the news for raping and killing someone. Or perhaps he will just get bored with the raping. The thrill to rape won't be enough to feed them anymore.
They say over time these sick perverts can be changed I don't buy into that. Once they get a taste for it that taste will always be there.
2007-07-31 20:07:40 · answer #3 · answered by Nikki D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he openly admitts that he will commit the same crime again then I think he should be locked up. If the person has been evaluated and is sort of on the fence then I think someone should keep a close eye on the person and make sure they at least get the psychological help they need to prevent them from committing the same crime a second time.
2007-07-31 20:01:05 · answer #4 · answered by Shannon A 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If he served his full maximum sentence, then there is really no choice, you have to let him out (and he has to leave!)! He did the crime, he did the time he was sentenced to, game over! He must be released!
On a personal note: If my daughter was his victim ... he would be far better off in the slammer! It don't matter if he was released on his 95th birthday, with a confirmed life expectancy of 1 week ... if I can get to him ... he be dead ... period!
The mean old redneck would be taking care of business. You can hurt me all you want, but hurt my daughters ... and I will hunt you down!
2007-07-31 20:19:41 · answer #5 · answered by ornery and mean 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately that is the law. If he has paid the penalty of time that was given him, he is free. However, if he tells a psychologist or psychiatrist that he WILL do it again, he is a danger to himself or others, and they then can lock him up in a mental institution, against his will.
Personally, I like a "Three Strikes" rule.
2007-07-31 20:46:06 · answer #6 · answered by Princess Picalilly 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He can only be detained for the sentanced time. No matter how sick the man may be he was only sentanced for 'x' amount of time. Should he be released no, does he have to be, yes. Luckily sex offenders don't do well in prison. We can also thank things such as the registry to help with post-release control.
2007-07-31 20:02:23 · answer #7 · answered by Yeaaaa 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No! The whole point of "being behind bars," is for the inmate to learn his/her lesson. If it is apparant that he/she is going to commit the same crime again, they should not be released; stay long in order to learn their lesson.
2007-07-31 20:04:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. If a criminal freely admits that they will commit a crime again, it does not seem logical to let them free.
2007-07-31 19:59:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
No he should not be released. If, infact, he did freely admit that he might do it lower back, the psychologists might quite advise that the guy stay positioned. the two that, or get his pecker chopped off ... yet thats what i think of
2016-10-08 23:11:41 · answer #10 · answered by hedberg 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋