Yes, provided a strict psychological evaluation shows they are no longer a threat to society

A psychological evaluation is not always accurate and diminishes the value of the strict principle of justice.

Counter-Argument: No, Given the Limits of Psychological Evaluations

While psychological evaluations play a crucial role in parole decisions, relying solely on them may pose inherent risks and overlook broader societal considerations. A counter-argument might consider the following points:

I believe if you do the crime you should do the time that is called for it not after the fact decide if someone is better

Eventhough a person is not mentally right, it doesn't mean that they are a danger to our society. If they've been checked out by a medcal profession that means that they are ok to function in every day life.

Providing psychological evaluations will allow for a more smooth transition back into society and it has been proven that these psychological evaluation has worked in the past

Providing psychological evaluations will allow for a more smooth transition back into society and it has been proven that these psychological evaluation has worked in the past

I'd make sure that they were getting help while they were serving their time, make sure that they were being good in jail, and that they didn't cause anyone trouble in the duration of their time there.

Providing psychological evaluations will allow for a more smooth transition back into society and it has been proven that these psychological evaluation has worked in the past

Just because they passed the test this once, that doesn't mean they can't change. Later on they might get into a fight and they could very easily become a threat again.

A test and evaluation can help us see how they would act in society and if they fail then it keeps everyone safe and they can heal further to no longer be a danger to those around or themselves

I think it takes a lot of consideration but if they can prove they've changed and won't do it again then yes