In Defence of <Emphasis Type="Italic">Punishment</Emphasis> and the Unified Theory of Punishment: A Reply

My book, Punishment, has three aims: to provide the most comprehensive and updated examination of the philosophy of punishment available, to advance a new theory—the unified theory of punishment—as a compelling alternative to available theories and to consider the relation of theory to practice. In his recent review article, Mark Tunick raises several concerns with my analysis. I address each of these concerns and argue they rest largely on misinterpretations which I restate and clarify here.     

Argumentative Arbitrariness and Legal Discourse

To make sense of the legal decisions courts offer, oftentimes we cannot rely on a strict judicial sense. Sometimes our explanations require us to engage in juridic-political speculation. This I call argumentative arbitrariness. This concept can serve us well in helping us to make sense of matters of justice as well as in developing critiques of legal order.     

Moving ahead: Five essential elements for working effectively with girls

Quite a bit of literature these days addresses what is believed to be an increase in the frequency and severity of girls' problem behaviors and the need for gender-responsive treatment. The extent to which this literature has been translated into juvenile justice practices, however, appears limited by several factors. This article briefly discusses these impediments, and offers suggestions for five essential elements that reflect the current state of knowledge regarding effective intervention with girls involved in the juvenile justice system.