Peter Moskos
Peter Moskos is an American author, professor, and former police officer known for his work on criminal justice and policing. He is a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and has written several books on law enforcement and related topics.
Books
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1. In Defense Of Flogging
A Radical Plan for Justice
In this provocative exploration of the criminal justice system, the author challenges conventional thinking by proposing a controversial alternative to incarceration: the option of corporal punishment. Through a blend of historical analysis, ethical inquiry, and practical reasoning, the book argues that flogging, when offered as a choice to offenders, could serve as a more humane, cost-effective, and efficient method of punishment compared to the current prison system. By questioning the effectiveness and moral implications of long-term imprisonment, the narrative invites readers to reconsider the principles of justice and the potential for reform in addressing crime and punishment.
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