Description
Research the concept known as restorative justice, and discuss the following:
- In your own words, define restorative justice, and provide an example of a restorative justice theory (or theories) in use by identifying a public or private program utilizing principles of restorative justice. Provide the Web site address (URL) for the program.
- Restorative justice as a way of thinking places a different value on the individual victim(s) of a crime. Historically, the jurisdiction (the people, the state, or the commonwealth) is the party represented by the prosecution, and society as a whole is the victim. How do restorative justice concepts treat the individual victim(s)?
- What significant challenges do you think exist with regard to implementing restorative justice theories effectively in state and local criminal justice systems in general? Explain.
- How do you think these challenges can be overcome? Explain.
Explanation & Answer
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Running Head: RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
Restorative Justice
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Restorative Justice
Restorative Justice is an approach used to build relationships by enabling people who are
harmed by crime or conflict to communicate effectively and positively. This process ensures that
everyone who was one way or another affected by the crime or conflict is able to find a positive
way forward and the harm caused is repaired. Th...