Ethical dilemma of executing drug traffickers: global outlook and Perspectives from Nigeria
One of the most contentious topics in the fields of criminal justice and ethics is the death penalty, which is the imposition of death as retaliation for a crime. The ethical issues involved in drug trafficking are significantly more complicated because the activity conflicts with different internat...
| Autores principales: | ; |
|---|---|
| Tipo de documento: | Electrónico Artículo |
| Lenguaje: | Inglés |
| Publicado: |
2024
|
| En: |
Indian journal of criminology
Año: 2024, Volumen: 52, Número: 2, Páginas: 34-47 |
| Acceso en línea: |
Volltext (kostenfrei) |
| Verificar disponibilidad: | HBZ Gateway |
| Palabras clave: |
| Sumario: | One of the most contentious topics in the fields of criminal justice and ethics is the death penalty, which is the imposition of death as retaliation for a crime. The ethical issues involved in drug trafficking are significantly more complicated because the activity conflicts with different international viewpoints on human rights, deterrence, and the state's role in deciding life and death. The debate in Nigeria regarding the death penalty for drug offenders has been especially heated. While opponents claim it violates human rights and is ineffective in addressing the underlying causes of drug trafficking, supporters of the death penalty contend it is a necessary deterrent against the drug trade at large. It is imperative to closely explore the ethical issues at play as the whole society struggles with the consequences of severe punishments for drug-related offenses. This study intends to offer a thorough examination of the views held around the world on drug traffickers' executions, with an emphasis on Nigeria. We can learn more about the nuances surrounding this divisive topic by exploring the ethical ramifications and looking at the fundamental causes of drug trafficking's prominence. |
|---|
