Crime Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte
“The act of policing is, in order to punish less often, to punish more severely.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: On Policing and Punishment, 1804
Punishment should be infrequent but intense to deter crime effectively.
In simple terms: Punish rarely, punish hard.
Use severe penalties sparingly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court sentencing
- criminal justice reform
- policy debates
- law enforcement training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does severity affect crime rates?
- Can deterrence replace rehabilitation?
May overlook rehabilitation and increase recidivism.