dealing with offending behavior : restorative justice Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
what is restorative justice?
A
- moved justice to state to justice for victim
- victim gets compensation
- victim meets offender in presence of facilitator
- closure
2
Q
what are the aims of restorative justice?
A
- victim feels recovery after the programme has finished
- offender is rehabilitated
3
Q
what are the key features of restorative justice?
A
- facilitator present
- takes place in less formal environment
- offender understands consequences of their actions
- face to face / video call
- all parties should engage in programme
- focus on positive outcomes for victim and offender
- others affected are invited to take part
4
Q
when is restorative justice used?
A
- before court trail
- offered alongside sentence
- support survivors and facilitators
5
Q
strength of restorative justice (evidence)
A
people in restorative justice programmes for 7 years
- 78% said satisfied
- 60% felt better
- 2% felt worse
6
Q
strength of restorative justice (economy)
A
lowered recidivism by 14%
- made money from restorative justice
7
Q
limitation of restorative justice (more harm)
A
- more harm then good
- very traumatic
- offender might not. take responsibility
