networkn:

 

tdgeek:

 

On a more serious note, its a penalty, you lose freedom. But hardly sounds like a punishment

 

 

Whilst not exactly the same thing, in my youth I lost my license for speeding. I can tell you that not having the freedom to just drive down the street to get a burger, or other such things was exceptionally unpleasant. I was still working and caught taxis too and from, but all my non work time was spent at home. I did NOT enjoy that month at all. Having your freedom restricted even in that manner which was far less restrictive was way worse punishment than the big fine and lawyers fees etc by far. 

 

 

 

I understand that. But, Home detention replaces prison, where you get full removal of freedom. Prison vs Home? Most likely I'd prefer home