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Identify five sentences that are available to the courts.  

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Criminology Assignment 2 Task 1 This task will involve me identifying five sentences that are available to the courts (with at least one being custodial and one being non-custodial). I will then answer the questions based on these sentences asked in the assignment. 1. Define and explain the sentence. Describe what it consists of and any other relevant factors (e.g.) its maximum duration, restrictions placed on its use, age range etc. 2. All sentences have a rationale (aim) and are designed to achieve a purpose. There are generally considered to be four main aims of sentencing: Retribution, Deterrence, Prevention of crime/Protection of society and Rehabilitation. You are to explain what each of these theories mean and then for each of your five sentences above identify what you think is its main aim (i.e.) is it to rehabilitate, deter, protect or punish. 3. The main division in sentencing practice in the UK is between custodial and...

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