What are prisons for?

Prisons exist—officially—for only four reasons. Which do you think is the most important?

Least
Important

Most
Important

  • Retribution

    An Eye for An Eye

  • Deterrence

    Setting an Example

  • Incapacitation

    Confining Dangerous People

  • Rehabilitation

    Breaking the Cycle of Crime

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  • Retribution

    An Eye for An Eye

    x
  • Deterrence

    Setting an Example

    x
  • Incapacitation

    Confining Dangerous People

  • Rehabilitation

    Breaking the Cycle of Crime

    x

Most of our visitors think...



As you continue through this exhibit, ask yourself:
Who decides on the priorities of our prison system?