policy makers & legislators
Restorative Justice is based on principles that are valued by both sides of the political spectrum. According to a 2012 report by The Sentencing Project,
"The recently approved Democratic and Republican party platforms indicate ways to make progress on criminal justice reform while increasing public safety. In a number of areas, from reducing recidivism, to enhancing reentry program and drug treatment alternatives to incarceration, the two major parties have taken positions that offer hope for bipartisan reform." Read the full report here.
"The recently approved Democratic and Republican party platforms indicate ways to make progress on criminal justice reform while increasing public safety. In a number of areas, from reducing recidivism, to enhancing reentry program and drug treatment alternatives to incarceration, the two major parties have taken positions that offer hope for bipartisan reform." Read the full report here.
resources
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For a six page briefing paper about Restorative Justice by the Center For Justice and Reconciliation - download the file below or view it on-screen:
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For a brief summary comparing Restorative Justice applied around the world to other approaches, download this study below or read it online:
For a national assessment of Restorative Juvenile Justice Legislation and Policy, download this study below or read it online:
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