JOURNAL ARTICLE

Repairing the harm caused by arrest: A mixed-methods evaluation of a restorative justice diversion program.

  • Published In: Policing: A Journal of Policy & Practice, 2024, v. 18. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Dunlap, Brenna; Huff, Jessica; Tregle, Brandon 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a study evaluating a novel restorative justice diversion program involving conferences between police officers and arrestees. Over two years, interviews and surveys revealed that both groups were satisfied with the program, recognized each other's perspectives, and expressed intentions to change future behaviors. Arrestees maintained neutral to positive views of police, with those in the second year showing improved perceptions of police legitimacy, interactions, and procedural justice compared to the first year. The findings indicate that restorative justice conferences may offer a promising method for improving police–community relations.

Additional Information

  • Source:Policing: A Journal of Policy & Practice. 2024/01, Vol. 18, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1752-4512
  • DOI:10.1093/police/paae072
  • Accession Number:184072925
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