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Restorative JusticeÂ
Nishnawbe Aski Legal Services
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What is Restorative Justice?
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- Restorative justice is defined as an alternative form of justice that focuses on addressing the harm caused by crime while holding the offender responsible for their actions.
- A healing circle is done in this process, and provides an opportunity for the parties directly affected by the crime (victims, offenders and community members) to identify and address their needs in order to repair the harm caused by the crime.
What is Pre-Charge Restorative Justice?
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- Pre-charge restorative justice means that diversion methods are used before criminal charges are laid.
- If the offender is successful in meeting the conditions set by the circle, then the matter is closed. If the conditions are not met the matter is referred back to the referring party for potential charges stemming from the offence(s) committed.
