Understanding the 4 Types of Restorative Justice Practices

Explore the four types of restorative justice that focus on healing and community involvement.

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The four types of restorative justice are: Victim-Offender Mediation, where victims and offenders engage in a dialogue about the crime; Family Group Conferencing, involving family members of both the victim and offender; Restorative Conferencing, which includes community members and law enforcement in a discussion; and Circle Sentencing, a community-based approach where the victim, offender, and others discuss the crime and agree on a suitable punishment.** These methods focus on healing and rehabilitation rather than punishment.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Victim-Offender Mediation? Victim-Offender Mediation is a type of restorative justice where victims and offenders have an open dialogue about the crime, allowing victims to express their feelings and offenders to take responsibility.
  2. How does Family Group Conferencing work? Family Group Conferencing involves the family members of both the victim and the offender. This type connects personal relationships in the restorative process, aiming for collective healing and agreement on how to move forward.
  3. What happens in Restorative Conferencing? Restorative Conferencing involves a broader group, including community members and law enforcement, who participate in discussions regarding the crime, enhancing community involvement and support for both parties.
  4. What is Circle Sentencing? Circle Sentencing is a community-based approach to justice where the victim, offender, and community members come together to discuss the crime and determine an appropriate response, emphasizing restorative outcomes over punitive measures.

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