Canada's Dominance over United States Penal System
Name: Shenthuran Vijayananthan
Teacher: Mrs. Merenda
Due Date: Wed. Oct. 26, 2005
Topic: #1 Comparative Legal Systems (Canada vs. USA)
Thesis: Canada's criminal justice system, specifically laws dealing with punishment, is far superior to that of the United States
Canada and the United States of America are two neighboring countries who besides the border share numerous other key aspects. Though similar in beliefs and culture the two countries are far from alike. Their legal structure particularly the penal system is one of most significant boundaries between Canada and the United States. Though not perfect, it's absolutely clear that Canada has the far more superior legal system. Unlike the United States, Canada no longer practices capital punishment which is barbaric to say the least. Furthermore Canada's belief in conjunctive punishment is better with dealing with offenders than America's consecutive punishment.......
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