Our textbook readings this week shared about the “Enlightenment Period”, how di

Our textbook readings this week shared about the “Enlightenment Period”, how di

Our textbook readings this week shared about the “Enlightenment Period”, how did it influence and impact the American penal system?
•Although it was over 300 years ago, are elements of Enlightenment still present within our corrections system? If so, what might these be?
•Of the principles found within the Penitentiary Act of 1779, can you see any that the U.S. system practices today?
•Do you agree with the principles of reform for offenders? Are there any offenders that you believe these principles should not apply to?
**Ensure you cite your paper (follow the Mini-Research Paper Rubric).