Cesare Beccaria

Born: March 15, 1738 - Milan, Italy
Profession: Criminologist, Economist
Education: Law degree - University of Pavia
Relationship Status: Married to Teresa Blasco
Family: Wife Teresa, 3 Children
Political Views: Believed Government should work to prevent crime rather than focus on punishment; against death penalty and torture
Religious Views: Roman Catholic
Activities: Known for criminology essay called Crimes and Punishment; known as the Father of Criminal Law and Justice
Interests: The study of Economics and Criminology
Favorite Book: His own book Crimes and Punishment