نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
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عنوان مقاله English
نویسندگان English
Restorative justice is a new approach to criminal justice that has been developed with the aim of restoring the rights of victims, reforming offenders, and repairing the harm caused by crime. Focusing on the needs of victims, offenders, and the wider community, this approach attempts to provide an opportunity for interaction, dialogue, and reparation rather than focusing solely on punishment. In traditional criminal processes, victims have played a largely passive role and their participation in the criminal justice process has been limited. However, restorative justice places special emphasis on the active role of victims in justice-seeking processes, allowing them to have their voices heard, express their feelings, and emphasize their rights and needs. This article attempts to examine the position of victims in restorative justice and analyze how they interact with offenders, legal institutions, and society. Also, various restorative justice tools and methods, such as mediation, group sessions, and compensation programs, are considered, and the impact of these measures on reducing the negative effects of crime on victims is evaluated. Based on studies and practical experiences in various penal systems, the article shows that restorative justice can provide a more conducive environment for restoring justice, developing a sense of security, and reducing psychological stress for victims. Finally, this article addresses how restorative justice can, as a complement to traditional penal processes, help strengthen social interactions and rebuild relationships damaged by crime. The presented studies indicate that restorative justice, with its focus on reconciliation and restoration, can play a key role in improving the status of victims and strengthening social justice.
کلیدواژهها English