-The Classical School was created to explain crime and criminal behavior. Moyer wrote, “1”
The Classical School consisted of many concerns such as: Supernaturalists, Naturalist, Assumptions About People and Society, Crime, and Punishment. The Classical School is a very interesting topic that deals with issues that were still dealing with currently.
-The Classical School speaks about Assumption About People and Society. There are theories about supernatural people and natural people. Moyer wrote, “2”
Moyer defined naturalist people as, “3”
Theologians believed that when illnesses and natural disasters occurred. This was God’s was of punishment to people for their evil acts. Religious groups have stated that AIDS is Gods punishment for homosexuality. I don’t agree this statement. This statement is biased and offensive. There are people that have …show more content…
Moyer stated, “1”
Neoclassical also believed people are rational and make their own decisions. Whether the decision is good or bad the decision is yours. The Neoclassical School and The Classical School are very similar but have a lot of differences also.
-The Classical School believes that if people knew their punishment they would deter from criminal activity. Moyer stated, “2”
Theorist wanted the pain from the punishment to exceed the pleasure you receive from committed the crime. The Neoclassical School made some modifications to the doctrine. Moyer stated, “3”
The Neoclassical School doctrine is what most countries have incorporated into their laws.
-In conclusion, The Classical School and The Neoclassical School made modifications to their doctrine. The doctrine of free will was modified. This doctrine was added because a person could be affected due to lack of knowledge due to their age or insanity. Also premeditation and mitigating circumstances were added to the