Restorative Justice (Term 3)

Restorative justice is an approach to justice, which, I think fulfills not the letter of the law, but the purpose of the law. The purpose of the law is to punish the offender, as well as to prevent the offender from committing the same offence again. Restorative justice includes punishments such as community service, or returning stolen money. The aim of restorative justice is to stop the offender from committing the same offence, as well as to benefit the victim. The most important part of restorative justice is the theme of "healing". The process of restorative justice should ideally help the victim, as well meeting the needs of the offenders (i.e. for stealing). This form of justice serves to benefit both parties, and is a highly effective method to fulfill the law.