Respect and Legitimacy at Sentencing: November 2021
By Gabrielle Watson This paper introduces the concepts of respect and legitimacy and considers their relevance to sentencing practice in England and Wales. A review of research reveals that relatively little is known about defendants’ perceptions of legitimacy at sentencing, and even less about their perceptions of respect, despite the dominance of these […]
Respect and Legitimacy at Sentencing: November 2021
By Dr Gabrielle Watson This paper offers a rare joint discussion of respect and legitimacy at sentencing in England and Wales. A review of research reveals that relatively little is known about defendants’ perceptions of legitimacy at sentencing, and even less about their perceptions of respect, despite the dominance of these concepts elsewhere […]
