Which of the following is not a reason for punishing a guilty criminal?
A) Restraint.
B) Specific or general deterrence.
C) Retribution.
D) The M'Naghten Rule.
E) Rehabilitation.

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The M'Naghten Rule is a legal test used to determine whether a criminal defendant can be held responsible for a crime they committed, it is not a reason for punishing a guilty criminal. Restraint, specific or general deterrence, retribution, and rehabilitation are all reasons for punishing a guilty criminal.

Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for Punishing