... were still in need of severe chastisement, thus the mandatory life sentence was introduced. The implementation of the life sentence and it's administration gave rise to severe criticism as it brought with it many problems, an example being the lack of distinction between mercy killings and cold blooded murders. It is the exploration of these problems and their possible solutions which will make up the fundamental part of this essay. This essay will, initially, look at the historical roots of life sentencing by examining punishment through the centuries, it will then go on to give a general account of the arguments for and against capital punishment. The problems with the mandatory life sentence will then be discussed (including issues such as the involvement of politics), followed by an analysis of the possible solutions. Finally this essay will conclude by suggesting the most sensible and realistic moves towards the improvement of ...

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