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    Some offenses deserve more punishment than others — Carmelics
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    Challenges→A crime against God is infinite in demerit

    Some offenses deserve more punishment than others

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    • 1.Harm caused varies significantly: murder causes more damage than shoplifting, so proportional justice requires differentiated penalties.
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    • 2.Deterrence is more effective when severity matches offense risk; minor punishments won't deter serious crimes.
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    • 3.Offenders' culpability differs by intent, premeditation, and circumstance, warranting unequal moral condemnation.
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