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    Penalties for crimes should have a deterrent effect. — Carmelics
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    Supports→A prison sentence is appropriate, but the minor penalties normally associated with misdemeanor convictions are not appropriate.

    Penalties for crimes should have a deterrent effect.

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    Premise: The minor penalties normally associated with misdemeanor convictions are not a sufficient deterrent in this case. Implicit Premise 1: Penalties for crimes should have a deterrent effect. Implicit Premise 2: Prison is a sufficient deterrent. Conclusion: A prison sentence, but not the minor penalties normally associated with misdemeanor convictions, is appropriate.

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