Ethics in Criminal Writing Assignment 6_08

Instructions

Directions: Be sure to make an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be a minimum of one (1) single-spaced page to a maximum of two (2) pages in length; refer to the "Assignment Format" page for specific format requirements.

According to Immanuel Kant, morality is grounded in absolute moral rules that we must adhere to under all circumstances. One such moral rule is the prohibition against lying.

Answer the following.

1. Explain why Kant believed there cannot be any exceptions to the duty not to lie, regardless of the consequences. (30 points)

2. Explain why, according to the general moral principle of the Categorical Imperative, lying could not be a universal law. (30 points)

3. Do you agree with Kant about not lying? Why or why not? (15 points)

4. Under what circumstances, if any, do you believe it would be personally ethical for you to lie? (15 points)

Total possible points of 100 include ten (10) points for organization and use of language, including grammar and punctuation.