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Pss 311: Sociology Of Punishment Question Paper

Pss 311: Sociology Of Punishment

Course:Bachelor Of Arts

Institution: Moi University question papers

Exam Year:2016

DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY, POLITICAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
PENOLOGY AND SECURITY STUDIES SECTION
EXAMINATION
PSS 311: SOCIOLOGY OF PUNISHMENT
GROUP: MAIN CAMPUS ONLY
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS
1. Briefly explain the treatment of offenders by each of the partners or agencies in the criminal justice system. (17.5 marks)
2. Discuss the gaps in the criminal justice system. Cite examples from the Kenyan criminal justice system where possible. (17.5 marks)
3. Explain the term prisonization and explore the factors inhibiting the process of prisonization. (17.5 marks)
4. a) Why is it important to control, discipline and put offenders in custody? (7.5 marks)
b) Discuss challenges facing prisoners in Kenyan prisons. (10 marks)
5. a) Explain the purpose of prison labour (7.5 marks)
b) Consider the effectiveness of the various labour systems in Kenyan prisons.(10 marks)
6. Discuss the following theoretical frameworks of the prison system:
a) System perspective (5.5 marks)
b) Symbolic interactions perspective (6 marks)
c) Social process perspective (6 marks)
7. a) Discuss the arguments in favor or against privatization of prisons. (12.5 marks)
b) Highlight the criticism of the prison privatization idea. (5 marks)
END

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