When it comes to deterrence, utilitarian logic
A) is flawed because it does not look at whether those punished are actually guilty
B) is flawed because frequent and severe punishment to a small group satisfies the formula
C) creates a rule of law problem since we should punish only those who deserve it
D) all of the above

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Utilitarian logic in deterrence is criticized for several reasons: it may not consider the guilt of those punished, it can justify severe punishment of a few to deter many (which may not be just or fair), and it can conflict with the principle of punishing only those who deserve it, thus creating a rule of law problem.

When It Comes to Deterrence, Utilitarian Logic