Restorative justice programs focus on rehabilitating offenders through reconciliation with victims and the community, rather than through traditional incarceration. These programs often involve dialogue, restitution, and community service. Proponents argue that restorative justice reduces recidivism, heals communities, and provides more meaningful accountability for offenders. Opponents argue that it may not be suitable for all crimes, could be perceived as too lenient, and may not adequately deter future criminal behavior.
Response rates from 840 Canada voters.
64% Yes |
36% No |
58% Yes |
34% No |
5% Yes, but only if the crimes are non-violent |
3% No, provide restorative justice programs in addition to incarceration, not as an alternative |
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Unique answers from Canada voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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Develop a program where the victim(s) have a larger role in the sentencing as well as receive better restitution for their suffering.
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Yes, if the crimes are non-violent as well as adding it to incarceration.
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Yes, but it should depend on the crime commit and the offenders age.
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Yes, but it needs to be assessed on an individual basis
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Yes, I support a mix of both restorative justice program and incarceration, depending on the crime
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It would depend on the crime and whether the person is a repeat offender.
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Yes, only if the offender committed a non-violent crime
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In addition to incarceration not as an alternative
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