Must the law always be obeyed?

Raina (Year 12) Editor's note: During her time in Year 12, Raina successfully submitted this essay to the annual Northeastern University Humanities Essay Competition. Although she didn't go on and win the competition, Raina was shortlisted as a finalist. CPD Historically, the law has been perpetually undeserving to be followed. Never wholly, but a small … Continue reading Must the law always be obeyed?

Why incarceration is not honouring its intention: have we reached the point of no return?

Eddie - Year 12 Student “Incarceration”, a scary yet supposedly necessary process for the function of society; this article will explore the effectiveness of the judicial system alongside the mental health of prisoners. It goes without saying that crime deserves a just, proportionate sanction and as such, prison sentences are standard in issuing punishments. Ideally, … Continue reading Why incarceration is not honouring its intention: have we reached the point of no return?