restorative justice

American  

noun

1. a theory and method in criminal justice in which it is arranged that the victim and the community receive restitution from the offender.

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restorative justice British  

noun

1. a method of dealing with convicted criminals in which they are urged to accept responsibility for their offences through meeting victims, making amends to victims or the community, etc

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Example Sentences

“She does want to have your son referred to our community justice center and to have him engage in a restorative justice process. However, your son has to agree to participate.”

From Literature

“Gabe,” Mom says like she’s beginning a business meeting, “we want you to know that we’re proud of you for taking responsibility for your actions and agreeing to participate in this restorative justice program.”

From Literature

They have joined forces to highlight the dangers of "one-punch" attacks and the benefits of what is known as restorative justice.

From BBC

Restorative justice is a voluntary opportunity for the victim and the offender to share with each other how the crime has affected them - which can be face-to-face, by writing, or through recorded interviews.

From BBC

Now Joan, who lives in South Derbyshire, wants restorative justice to be offered routinely to victims and perpetrators of traumatic crimes, and she is convinced her son would approve.

From BBC