Restorative justice programs focus on rehabilitating offenders through reconciliation with victims and the community, rather than through traditional incarceration. These programs often involve dialogue, restitution, and community service. Proponents argue that restorative justice reduces recidivism, heals communities, and provides more meaningful accountability for offenders. Opponents argue that it may not be suitable for all crimes, could be perceived as too lenient, and may not adequately deter future criminal behavior.
63% Yes |
37% No |
63% Yes |
37% No |
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This question does not have enough detail. This should depend on the type of crime. This is a more complicated that the question indicates.
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Yes, but only in situations were the damages to the victims are financial in nature or the victim requests such a program to be used.
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Only for those non violent criminals deemed able to rehabilitate
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Yes but only for first time offenders and non violent drug crimes
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Yes but only for nonvuolent crimes with no previous record.
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Not instead of but added or replaceable, like instead of 10 years it could be 6 with programs
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