<p><span>Discussion of the histories, meanings, and assumptions of restorative justice have enriched the development of its theory, research, and practices. While some of this work has addressed the role of communication, the treatment of communication within restorative justice remains rather under
Restoring Respect for Justice : A Symposium
β Scribed by Martin Wright
- Publisher
- Waterside Press
- Year
- 2008
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 259
- Edition
- 1
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
Challenges many 'sacred cows' of crime and punishment by focusing on the effect on the people who suffer directly, the victims. This book points to the dangers of a punitive mindset and reflects on the arguments and data in favour of an effective, inclusionary, community-based response to crime.
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