Robin West (1997) argues that the criminal justice system must not only seek justice,but must also show ______.

A) concern for the rights of female defendants
B) concern for the rights of female victims
C) compassion and care
D) dedication to the doctrine of precedent

Learning Objectives

• Absorb the nuances in moral upbringing and ethical concerns between genders, as illustrated by educators such as Gilligan, West, and Noddings.
• Acknowledge the contribution of care, compassion, and empathy to legal justice mechanisms and ethical doctrines.