Death penalty debates

The death penalty, or capital punishment, is a highly debated topic. Supporters argue it serves as a deterrent to serious crimes, delivers justice for victims, and ensures dangerous individuals cannot reoffend. Opponents contend it raises ethical issues about taking human life, risks executing innocent people due to errors, and questions whether it truly deters crime. Additionally, debates focus on fairness, with concerns about potential biases and the morality of state-sanctioned killing. Many countries and states have abolished it, viewing it as inhumane or ineffective, while others maintain it as part of their justice system.