What are the pros and cons?
Argue and discuss -
Possible Pros:
Members of the public should be allowed to weigh in on criminal sentencing for major crimes such as murder, treason, rape, terrorism etc. This would be fair because a judge may be swayed by personal emotions and feelings which would not be the case when large groups of people were to cast votes. This would result in a fair sentencing.
Possible Cons:
Members of the public may vote for a harsher punishment for criminal based on gender, looks, race or social status. In countries where one ethnic group forms the majority, criminals from minority groups may be disadvantaged.
Will this system work? Should it be implemented?