punitive justice

Punitive justice is a system that focuses onpunishing individuals who break the law. Its main goal is to impose penalties—such as fines, imprisonment, or other sanctions—to deter future offenses, uphold social order, and provide a sense of retribution or justice for victims. The emphasis is on ensuring that wrongdoers face consequences proportional to their actions, signaling that unlawful behavior has serious repercussions. This approach aims to maintain discipline within society by discouraging criminal activity through the threat or application of punishment.