Restorative justice – policing opportunities

author James Watson
journal Cahiers Politiestudies (ISSN: 1784-5300)
volume Jaargang 2009
issue 11. Restorative policing
section Artikelen
publicatie datum 12 mai 2009
langue English
pagina 219
abstract

Restorative Justice is often seen as an add on or alternative to traditional policing approaches. The use of it is left to individuals to identify the opportunities and to act accordingly. Fears are raised in policing circles when it suggested that people should be given the opportunity to come together and discuss their issues and possible solutions. Traditionally, it is the role of the police to impose solutions on society...