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This research paper tried to analyze the ideas on the death penalty and life imprisonment experiences of its offender’s perspective. Within the framework of giving punishments and control, criminals are essential for society to its best functioning. There are organized crimes and instantaneous crimes against humans and property. Findings revealed causes for engaging in criminal behavior as well as feelings of them as offenders. The death penalty and life imprisonment have been punished, especially for drug selling and murders. The end of life imprisonment is decided by nature, but the president of Sri Lanka will decide the death penalty in the Sri Lankan context. Still, there is no decision on implementing the death penalty in Sri Lanka. Both categories of prisoners need if implementing the death penalty or freedom. Some of them need to convert death sentences to life imprisonment. They are physically and mentally damaged after their imprisonment. Lack of hope and lack of welfare and rehabilitation programs they suffered their lives in the prison. The findings of this study will be helpful for the government and policymakers.