I would say that it is very important that sentences reflect the severity of the crime. That is extremely important. It is important with respect to denunciation and deterrence, but it is very important when you have victims involved. If the victims see that the sentences that are handed out are not proportionate to the crime, it creates a loss of confidence in the justice system and a loss of confidence in society. It also causes implications in policing and trust with police in the court system.
