James P. Moeser
Both punishment and rehabilitation have failed to meet the needs of juvenile offenders and the community. Balanced, restorative justice provides a new paradigm involving community protection, accountability, and competency development. True societal safety occurs when former offenders become contributing members of the community. Accountability entails repairing relationships that have been harmed by crime. Competency involves building strengths and assets in youth.
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