Community Sanctions under the Jordanian Penal Code

Abstract

In the past, all societies were keen to place restrictions on personal freedoms to protect public freedoms. Gradually, countries pursued enacting laws that protected human freedom, showed respect for them, and protected society and rehabilitated individuals who committed criminal acts. These efforts resulted in the introduction of the concept of alternative penalties. This study aims to introduce the amendments of alternative penalties, the Jordanian Penal Code, and highlight the importance of community sanctions on the individual and society through the use of the descriptive and analytical approach. The findings demonstrated the lateness with which Jordanian legislators made modifications to the Jordanian Penal Code and added alternative penalties. Additionally, specifics regarding procedures must be taken to ascertain the requirements that must be met for a judge to decide whether to sentence a criminal to community service.