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Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?

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.

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11%
No
75%
Yes
8%
No
13%
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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 @B46V7MRfrom Alberta  answered…4wks4W

I would rather see a re-imagining of corporal punishment than so called "restorative justice". In the United States of America, the male half of the 13% black population commits over 50% of the crime. Most of those crimes are committed by men aged 15-25. One could use "Restorative Justice" to justify locking up all American black men from 15-25 as a proactive measure to protect the non-criminal majority. As you could imagine, in this example it would clearly be more ethical and effective to merely cane or whip the guilty parties on conviction.

 @B4SR555from Alberta  answered…2 days2D

It really depends on the crime and only for 1st time offenders. I'm sure there are people out there that break the law to go to jail because they can't afford a roof over their head or to feed themselves.

 @B4RZZQ4from Ontario  answered…3 days3D

it really depends on the crime. there should be a very strict and thought out categorization between violent and petty crime. i think criminals that commit petty crime can go this route.

 @B4PPBZNfrom Ontario  answered…6 days6D

Set a framework where restorative actions by the offenders mitigate sentences proportionate to the restorative actions results.

 @9RTLWCPfrom Ontario  answered…9mos9MO

Yes, I support a mix of both restorative justice program and incarceration, depending on the crime

 @B43QV9Mfrom Alberta  answered…1mo1MO

Time limited indentured servitude and community service are both good alternatives to non-serious crimes

 @B3ZF547from British Columbia  answered…1mo1MO

depends on the crime. Murders, sexual predators, thieves and drug dealers should go to prison. People who don't pay taxes, or accidentally kill someone etc could benefit from restorative programs

 @B27F3VNfrom Ontario  answered…4mos4MO

Yes, but only if the crimes are non-violent, and only if it was a first offense. If it is a repeated offense, they should face real consequences.

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 @ISIDEWITH submitted…6mos6MO

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