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Justice in Balance: Mitigating & Aggravating Factors in Criminal Law: How Courts Weigh Guilt, Mercy, and Punishment
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ISBN13：9798287176983
出版社：Independently published
作者：Narayanaswamy R
出版日：2025/06/07
裝訂：平裝
規格：22.9cm*15.2cm*0.4cm (高/寬/厚)
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Why does the law treat two seemingly similar crimes so differently? What persuades a judge to temper justice with mercy or to weigh heavily on the side of punishment? Justice in Balance answers these pressing questions by uncovering the intricate framework of mitigating and aggravating factors that shape sentencing decisions in criminal law. With a sharp focus on judicial reasoning, this book takes readers behind the courtroom doors to witness how punishment is not just about the crime, but also the context, the character, and the consequences.
Informed by constitutional morality, historical evolution, and comparative jurisprudence, this book traces India's journey from colonial-era rigidity to nuanced sentencing guided by fairness and proportionality. From examining the mind of the first-time offender to unravelling the motives of a remorseless repeat criminal, it brings to life real scenarios that challenge black-and-white thinking. Every page explores the human side of the law why some deserve a second chance while others forfeit that right due to the nature or gravity of their actions.
Structured into four compelling parts, the book delves deep into the mechanics of mercy (mitigating factors), the severity of justice (aggravating factors), and the subtle equilibrium judges strive to maintain. Themes such as provocation, duress, remorse, brutality, societal impact, breach of trust, and even media pressure are explored with clarity, depth, and illustrations that illuminate legal principles in practical terms. Special attention is given to high-stakes areas like death penalty jurisprudence, juvenile justice, and the urgent call for structured sentencing guidelines in India.
Whether you're a criminal lawyer, a law student, a judge-in-the-making, or a curious reader of courtroom drama and justice, Justice in Balance will enrich your understanding of how courts weigh punishment in our legal system. Every chapter builds curiosity, challenges assumptions, and leaves you questioning: when is the law compassionate, when is it harsh, and most importantly when is it just?
Why does the law treat two seemingly similar crimes so differently? What persuades a judge to temper justice with mercy or to weigh heavily on the side of punishment? Justice in Balance answers these pressing questions by uncovering the intricate framework of mitigating and aggravating factors that shape sentencing decisions in criminal law. With a sharp focus on judicial reasoning, this book takes readers behind the courtroom doors to witness how punishment is not just about the crime, but also the context, the character, and the consequences.
Informed by constitutional morality, historical evolution, and comparative jurisprudence, this book traces India's journey from colonial-era rigidity to nuanced sentencing guided by fairness and proportionality. From examining the mind of the first-time offender to unravelling the motives of a remorseless repeat criminal, it brings to life real scenarios that challenge black-and-white thinking. Every page explores the human side of the law why some deserve a second chance while others forfeit that right due to the nature or gravity of their actions.
Structured into four compelling parts, the book delves deep into the mechanics of mercy (mitigating factors), the severity of justice (aggravating factors), and the subtle equilibrium judges strive to maintain. Themes such as provocation, duress, remorse, brutality, societal impact, breach of trust, and even media pressure are explored with clarity, depth, and illustrations that illuminate legal principles in practical terms. Special attention is given to high-stakes areas like death penalty jurisprudence, juvenile justice, and the urgent call for structured sentencing guidelines in India.
Whether you're a criminal lawyer, a law student, a judge-in-the-making, or a curious reader of courtroom drama and justice, Justice in Balance will enrich your understanding of how courts weigh punishment in our legal system. Every chapter builds curiosity, challenges assumptions, and leaves you questioning: when is the law compassionate, when is it harsh, and most importantly when is it just?
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