penology

(noun)

The processes devised and adopted for the punishment and prevention of crime.

Related Terms

Examples of penology in the following topics:

  • Biological Theories of Deviance

    • Lombroso's work was continued by Erico Ferri's study of penology, the section of criminology that is concerned with the philosophy and practice of various societies in their attempt to repress criminal activities.
    • Ferri's work on penology was instrumental in developing the "social defense" justification for the detention of individuals convicted of crimes.
    • Lombroso's work was continued by Erico Ferri's study of penology, the section of criminology that is concerned with the philosophy and practice of various societies in their attempt to repress criminal activities.

  • Scientific Exploration

    • His treatise condemned torture and death penalty and was a founding work in the field of penology (the study of the punishment of crime and prison management).