Challenges of the Knowledge Society (Apr 2011)
VARIOUS TECHNIQUES OF INDIVIDUALISING PUNISHMENTS IN THE NEW CRIMINAL LAW
Abstract
The author analyzes the new criminal code provisions in relation to criminal law in force, the new Penal Code has dropped explicit mention, as criteria of individualization of punishment, the general provisions of Part penalty and limits set out in the Special Part of Penal Code, as and causes that aggravate or mitigate criminal liability. Also, the new Penal Code was established several general criteria of individualization of punishment on which the judge can make a clearer assessment of the social significance of the individual offense and offender.