IMPLEMENTATION OF DEATH PENALTY IN THE PHILIPPINES

Gonzaga, Andrea d.G. IV- Saint Digna

Definition of death penalty

Also known as capital punishment Highest form of punishment Aims to deter the crime rate in the country

The practice of it is also a sign of respect to tradition

History

During the Fifth Century in Rome Usually held in town plazas crucifixation, beating, burning, drowning and being stoned to death were the most common form

Factors

Education and its benefits Concerns Needs

Methods in Present Time

Firing squad Electric Chair Death by hanging Lethal injection

Pros of the Implementation

Low crime rate

Peace and order in the country Raise awareness to the people about the need of following the laws Self-discipline among the citizens

Justice for the victims of certain crimes

Will set a good example to the youth regarding proper behaviour

Cons of the Implementation

It costs more than a giving the prisoner imprisonment with no parole

A chance for the powerful to pass on the blame to innocent individuals It violates the human rights of the offender Serves as revenge According to records, more or less 130 people were punished by death penalty by mistake

Conclusion

The success or failure of the implementation of death penalty lies on the execution of the government and by the government Death penaltys aim and motives are all positive

It does not really deter murder