The Role of Restorative Justice in Reducing Recidivism Rates
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https://doi.org/10.29070/82f5e803Keywords:
Restorative, justice, recidivism, social reintegration, criminal, community, involvement, skilled, facilitatorsAbstract
The retributive system has many flaws, one of which is its ineffective rehabilitation programs, which lead to high recidivism and poor reintegration rates. There has been discussion and the development of new models of the judicial system that provide guidance on how to enhance the existing system, despite the fact that the main system is retributive. This research explores the ways in which restorative justice has impacted these crucial aspects of the criminal justice system. It explores restorative justice's theory, practice, and guiding principles. The usefulness of the method is shown by real-world examples and empirical facts, which also highlights its limits and difficulties. Findings from this study stress the significance of community engagement, expanding access to restorative justice programs and educating qualified facilitators are also pressing issues. A more fair and equitable society is within reach with restorative justice's comprehensive approach.
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