Dealing with Offending Behaviour: Restorative Justice

Question 1

What is restorative justice sought to do?

Answer 1

Switch the focus from the state to the needs of the victim of the crime, victims also play an active role in the process whilst encouraging offenders to take responsibility

Question 2

What is restorative justice?

Answer 2

A managed process between the victim and offender based on healing and empowerment

Question 3

What opportunity is the victim given?

Answer 3

The opportunity to confront the offender and explain the impact of the offence on them, the offender should be able to see the consequences of their actions