Enrique Dans presents the idea of imprisoning corporate executives for misconduct when fines fail to deter illegal activity, sparking a debate about whether criminal law should extend to ethically questionable business decisions.

He acknowledges valid counterarguments, such as the risk of criminalizing management and the difficulty of assigning individual blame in complex organizations.

Commenters express varied opinions, with some agreeing on the need for harsher penalties, including proportionate fines or even prison, while others emphasize the importance of effective regulation and enforcement over resorting to criminal sanctions.

The discussion highlights concerns about judicial overreach, the politicization of justice, and the potential for such measures to discourage legitimate business practices.

You can also read this article in English on my Medium page, «Corporate crime: when fines fail, maybe there’s a case to be made for jail time«