CRM- Discussions 1

Issue C

Given the rapid rate of progress in understanding the human genome and neurobehavioral science, it is only a matter of time before we isolate, understand and can treat the genetic component of violent crime.  Today, however, is not that day.  IF, some day, behavioral genetics is able to isolate a reason and a treatment for violent predatory behavior, should the law be able to force treatment upon a person, even a child, in order to diminish or even avoid the likelihood that the person will become a violent predator?  Explain your answer  with specificity and example.