empathy-based sentencing

Empathy-based sentencing is a justice approach that considers the offender’s feelings, circumstances, and reasons behind their actions. Instead of only focusing on punishment, it aims to understand what led to the behavior and how to address underlying issues. This approach encourages judges to consider factors like mental health, life experiences, and remorse, promoting more personalized and fair sentences. The goal is to foster rehabilitation and reduce repeat offenses by linking punishment with understanding, helping offenders reintegrate into society more effectively while still holding them accountable for their actions.