Are executions necessary to keep the population safe from repeat violent offenders?

Are executions necessary to keep the population safe from repeat violent offenders?  

 In other words, does full ( death penalty)  incapacitation prevent the reoccurrence of violent crime? The following concepts will help you formulate the appropriate sections in your paper:

• What is a better  punishment alternative to deter violent crime  
• LWOP as an alternative
• How do escapes, oversights, and mistakes play a role in incapacitation

Students are expected to critically analyze and evaluate the death penalty topic listed above. 

It is important to answer all of the questions, support your opinions and statements with at least two credible references. Cite the text in APA format and Include a Reference Page. Each question should be a section; an easy APA format to use to accurately answer each question.  Of the total works cited, half should be from academic journals or books published by an academic press. Students must support their statements and opinions as they cite the text with at least two credible references. A conclusion section (APA) will solidify your statements and opinions. Works cited and the references should be in APA format at the end of each mini-paper.