scholarly journals Victim-offender mediation as an alternative to the criminal justice system in Poland

Temida ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-22
Author(s):  
Cezary Kulesza ◽  
Dariusz Kużelewski
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Statistical Data ◽  
Criminal Procedure ◽  
Judicial System ◽  
Rights Protection ◽  
Council Directive ◽  
Polish Code ◽  
Criminal Matters

The aim of the paper is to present the views of the doctrine on the mediation and the benefits it brings to the victim, the perpetrator and society. The paper analyses the significance of implementation of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2012/29. This document, devoted to victims? rights protection, has had significant impact on introducing restorative justice provisions into the Polish Code of Criminal Procedure of 1997. The paper discusses effectiveness of mediation in the Polish criminal procedure. It also examines statistical data collected from Polish courts regarding mediation. The conclusion is that mediation does not constitute a competitive institution towards the traditional judicial system which still remains the only ?supplier? of cases for mediation in criminal matters in Poland.

Prospects for the Implementation of Special Conciliation Procedures in the Russian Criminal Process

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 99-104
Author(s):  
E. V. Markovicheva ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Criminal Procedure ◽  
Legal Analysis ◽  
Criminal Proceedings ◽  
Criminal Process ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Common Features ◽  
Legal Method

In the 21st century, the concept of restorative justice has become widespread in criminal proceedings. The introduction of special compromise procedures into the criminal process allows for the restoration of the rights of the victim and reduces the level of repression in the criminal justice system. The traditional system of punishment is considered ineffective, not conducive to the purpose of compensating for harm caused by the crime. Restorative justice enables the accused to compensate for the harm caused by the crime and is oriented not towards their social isolation, but towards further positive socialization. The introduction of the ideas of restorative justice into the Russian criminal process requires the introduction of special conciliation procedures. The purpose of the article is to reveal promising directions for introducing special conciliation procedures into the Russian criminal process. The use of the formal legal method provided an analysis of the norms of criminal procedure legislation and the practice of its application. Comparative legal analysis revealed common features in the development of models of restorative justice in modern states. Conclusions. The introduction of conciliation procedures into the Russian criminal process is in line with the concept of its humanization and reduction of the level of criminal repression. The consolidation of the mediator»s procedural status and the mediation procedure in the criminal procedure legislation will make it possible to put into practice the elements of restorative justice.

scholarly journals A Critical Study on Implementation of Section 357A of the Criminal Procedure Code with reference to the Rights of the Victims

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (9) ◽  
pp. 45-56
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Criminal Justice System ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Criminal Procedure ◽  
The State ◽  
Judicial System ◽  
Critical Study ◽  
Legal Service ◽  
Procedure Code

It is a weakness of our jurisprudence that the victims of the crimes, and the distress of the dependants of the prisoner, do not attract the attention of the law .The District Legal Service Authority (DLSA) or the State Legal Service Authority (SLSA) needs to decide the quantum of compensation to be given under the scheme. Section 357A was a necessary enactment, and is useful, because the victim need not prove his case to get compensation under this section, which should hasten the process, but unfortunately the scheme is not being implemented completely. This paper analyses the plight of the victims of crimes under the Indian Criminal Justice System, and the importance of section 357A for protection of their rights. It further argues that that the scheme is not being implemented properly, and there is a lack of uniformity in the statute of each state. The verification procedure of these states is justified only if it does not hinder the compensation of a genuine victim. It explains the importance of immediate compensation, and the role of judiciary in the journey from the enactment to implementation of any scheme and statute. This paper concludes by suggesting changes that could be brought into the Indian Criminal judicial system for the betterment of the victim’s right and society atlarge.

scholarly journals Diversion In Children Criminal Justice System Through Restorative Justice

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 331
Author(s):  
Yudi Hendarto ◽  
Umar Ma'ruf
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Criminal Justice System ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Criminal Cases ◽  
Legal Research ◽  
Psychological Burden ◽  
Criminal Matters

The formulation of the problem and the purpose of this study is to describe and analyze the diversion urgency in handling juvenile criminal cases, and to describe and analyze Perma No. 4 of 2014 on Diversion in criminal matters menyelesaian children through restorative justice approach. This research method using normative legal research methods dengn type of research is descriptive analytical.� Based on the analysis result No. 4 of 2014 can be presented the following results, that Perma No. 4 of 2014 is needed in handling juvenile criminal cases. This is because during this time the condition of children who are in the coaching institutions, detention and permayarakatan far worse than a face appeared positive aspects of child development. Mixing children with adults in penitentiary have negative effects and its own psychological burden for the child, because he considered himself the same as adults with Perma No. 4 of 2014.Keywords: Diversion, Child Criminal Justice System, Restorative Justice

scholarly journals VICTIM’S INVOLVEMENT MODEL IN CHILDREN LEGAL PROCESS BASED ON LAW NO. 11/2012 ON CHILDREN CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

Yuridika ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 102
Author(s):  
Oheo K Haris ◽  
Ali Risky
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
Judicial System ◽  
Criminal Offence ◽  
Crime Victim ◽  
Legal Process ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Better Than

The appearance of the Acts Number 11 the Year 2012 is a new hope for the victims in order to gain their rights. This Act has given a huge opportunity to the victim by means of the concept of restorative justice. For that reason, this work would offer the model of the involved victim which is able implemented by either outside or inside of the judicial system. Firstly, accessibility for the victim in this Act has placed the concept of restorative justice. The model of restorative justice which offered in this Act is the gate for the crime victim who fought for their rights. Restorative justice was essentially stood for in human relation between victim and offender and focused on the impact that caused by crime. Secondly, the term of Diversion is the transfer of resolution for the process of the juvenile case from the judicial system into outside of judicial criminal system. Togetherness for all of the involved groups is better solution in the certain case and togetherness solved problem and created such obligation that would produce better than before. This attempt is in order to seek a solution, reconciliation, and not to revenge for a criminal offence. Thirdly, the involved victim in process of the judicial criminal system is a victim witness. This witness also should possess legal protection and avoid the bad label. The next model is an opportunity for the juvenile victim who would affirm argumentation before the court handing down the verdict.

Victim Participation in Parole Proceedings in South Africa

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamil Mujuzi
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Criminal Justice System ◽  
South African ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Criminal Procedure ◽  
Prison Inmate ◽  
Parole Board ◽  
Victims Of Crime ◽  
The Right

South African law provides for circumstances in which victims of crime may participate in the criminal justice system at the investigation, prosecution (trial), sentencing and parole stages. In South Africa, a prison inmate has no right to parole although the courts have held that they have a right to be considered for parole. In some cases, the victims of crime have a right to make submissions to the Parole Board about whether the offender should be released on parole. Section 299A of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 provides for the right of victims of crime to participate in parole proceedings. The purpose of this article is to discuss section 299A and illustrate ways in which victims of crime participate in the parole process. The author also recommends ways in which victims’ rights in section 299A of the Criminal Procedure Act could be strengthened.

Criminal Justice Reform in a Transitional Context: Restorative Youth Conferencing in Northern Ireland

2012 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 549-572 ◽  
Author(s):  
David O’Mahony
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Transitional Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Peace Building ◽  
Youth Justice ◽  
Criminal Justice Reform ◽  
Transitional Environment

This article examines the incorporation of restorative principles and practices within reforms of Northern Ireland’s youth justice system, adopted following the peace process. It considers whether restorative justice principles can be successfully incorporated into criminal justice reform as part of a process of transitional justice. The article argues that restorative justice principles, when brought within criminal justice, can contribute to the broader process of transitional justice and peace building, particularly in societies where the police and criminal justice system have been entwined in the conflict. In these contexts restorative justice within criminal justice can help civil society to take a stake in the administration and delivery of criminal justice, it can help break down hostility and animosity towards criminal justice and contribute to the development of social justice and civic agency, so enabling civil society to move forward in a transitional environment.

Mandatory Compensation Orders for Crime Victims and the Rhetoric of Restorative Justice

2003 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate Warner ◽  
Jenny Gawlik
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Criminal Justice System ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Public Support ◽  
Crime Victims ◽  
Property Damage ◽  
Victims Of Crime ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Legislative Measures

Increased recognition of the need for victims of crime to be integrated into the criminal justice system and to receive adequate reparation has led, in a number of jurisdictions, to legislative measures to encourage the greater use of compensation orders. The Sentencing Act 1997 (Tas) (which came into force on 1 August 1998) went further and made compensation orders compulsory for property damage or loss resulting from certain crimes. This article shows that this measure has failed victims and argues that they have been used in the service of other ends. Mandatory compensation orders are a token gesture repackaged as restorative justice to gain public support for the administration of the criminal justice system.Ways in which compensation orders could be made more effective and the possibilities of accommodating restorative compensation into a conventional criminal justice system are explored.

scholarly journals RESTORATIVE JUSTICE SEBAGAI ALTERNATIF PERLINDUNGAN HUKUM TERHADAP KORBAN KEKERASAN DALAM RUMAH TANGGA

2009 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 238
Author(s):  
Rena Yulia
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Criminal Justice System ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Violent Crime ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
The Right

AbstractThe victim of domestic violence had needed of protection concept thatdifferent with another victim of violent crime. Participation of victim haswant to give justice for all. It is, because punishment to offender brings theimpact for victim. Restorative justice is a concept in criminal justice systemwhich is participation victim with it. The present of criminal justice system isthe offender oriented. Victim has not position to considerate offenderpunishment. Only offender can get the right and the victim hopeless. In thedomestic violence, victim and offender have relationship. Because there area family. · So, probability they have some interest in economic and relation.When wife become a victim and husband as offender, his wife hasdependency economic from her husband. It means, if husband get a decisionfrom judge, his wife will be suffer. Domestic violence is different crime. So, itis necessQ/y to made some different concept. In this article, will discussedabout alternative of legal protection for victim of domestic violence incriminal justice system to protect the victim

scholarly journals Alternative sanctions and measures in the criminal justice system of Slovenia

Temida ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alenka Selih
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Juvenile Offenders ◽  
Criminal Justice System ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Criminal Procedure ◽  
Criminal Code ◽  
Personal Factor ◽  
Judicial Practice ◽  
Alternative Measures ◽  
Alternative Sanctions

The paper presents the ways of introducing both material and procedural alternative measures into the criminal justice system of Slovenia from the beginning of 1990s, particularly into the Criminal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure in 1995 (with the further amendments). That relates to both adult and juvenile offenders. Regarding implementation, the author emphasizes characteristics of the implementation of both groups of institutions; pays attention to the fact that procedural institutions are more important for prosecution of minor criminal offences; points out the importance of the personal factor that contributes to the implementation of new provisions; and gives an overview of the first experiment in the Slovenian judiciary related to that. The author gives an analysis of problems dealt with in the Slovenian doctrine and judicial practice in connection with alternative ways of proceeding; she points out, in particular, the imperfections of legal solutions; the unclear competences in implementation of alternative sanctions and problems resulting from such a situation.

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