\+ R2S Sherman and Strang, meta-analysis on restorative justice compared to custodial, recidivism reduced for personal crimes, PTSD reduced and victims were satisfied, positive outcome to victim and offender
BUT publication bias?
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\- Not always successful, offenders need to show remorse, sign up to avoid prison?, does not always rehabilitate
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\- Expensive, skilled mediator, highly trained staff, limited, not cost-effective, difficult to implememt
BUT reduced recidivism by 50%, lower overall cost, no prison and trial costs
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\- âSoft optionâ, does not get tough on crime, no incapacitation or retribution, see their loved ones
BUT these aims are not effective in reducing recidivism, this is better and can reduce institutionalisation