Capital punishment, or the death penalty, is a government-sanctioned practice where a person is executed by the state as a punishment for a crime. It is typically reserved for severe offenses like murder or treason. Benefits are claimed by proponents who argue it delivers justice for victims, deters serious crime, and offers closure to affected families.
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