IELTS Writing Task 2: Crime and punishment topics

Offenders should be required to do unpaid work in their communities rather than serve short prison sentences.

Online fraud has increased faster than police forces can respond to it.

Some people think that parents should be punished if their children commit crimes because they are responsible for their children's actions To what extent do you agree or disagree.

It would be quicker if there was the same punishment for the same crimes, but some people think this is not a good policy because circumstances should be considered.

Some people believe that the best way to teach children to behave well is through punishment, others disagree and point out that rewarding and praising them is better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion