Noun as in strong fondness

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Example:The courts must be careful not to introduce overdeterrence measures that disproportionately penalize low-level offenses.

Definition:A condition where the deterrence effects of legal penalties or security measures are overly severe, potentially leading to backlash and reduced compliance.

From overdeterrence

Example:Sufficient deterrence would involve penalties severe enough to dissuade criminals from committing crimes.

Definition:A situation where the deterrent effects of legal penalties or security measures are adequate to prevent criminal behavior or undesirable actions.

From sufficient deterrence