The phrase restorative justice implies both process and outcome. It does not indicate a particular program, although programs and practices may be classified by the extent to which they advance restorative justice concepts. The nature of crime. Crime is a human process whereby humans violate both personal relationships and social relationships implied as a consequence of being part of a community.
Crime is the violation of one human being by another.
The goal of justice. The proper goal of justice is to repair the damage done and restore relationships, both personal and communal, to their original state to the extent possible. The role of victims. Restoration for victims of crime can happen only if they have the opportunity to choose involvement in a justice process that meets their need for validation as individuals who have been hurt. Victim involvement may include receipt of information, dialogue with the offender, resolution of conflict with the offender, restitution, reduction of fear, heightened sense of safety, partial ownership of the process, resolving the experience, and renewal of hope.