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Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?

Restorative justice programs focus on rehabilitating offenders through reconciliation with victims and the community, rather than through traditional incarceration. These programs often involve dialogue, restitution, and community service. Proponents argue that restorative justice reduces recidivism, heals communities, and provides more meaningful accountability for offenders. Opponents argue that it may not be suitable for all crimes, could be perceived as too lenient, and may not adequately deter future criminal behavior.

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Response rates from 356 Independents voters.

67%
Yes
33%
No
51%
Yes
20%
No
16%
Yes, but only if the crimes are non-violent
13%
No, provide restorative justice programs in addition to incarceration, not as an alternative

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 @9ZB7KF7answered…2wks2W

Yes, but not in the case of high offence crimes such as rape, pedophilia and unjust murder

 @9NCWVG2answered…6mos6MO

Yes, in the sense they should at least invest in this

 @9ZCTZV6answered…2wks2W

In juvenile cases they should be provided instead of incarceration, but after that they should be provided in addition to incarceration in all cases.

 @9ZCKVVPanswered…2wks2W

For some crimes only but not robbery stalking attempts at sexual crimes

 @9R2G2MCfrom Washington  answered…4mos4MO

Yes, but those who have been proven to not accept rehabilitation will be incarcrated.

 @9QWG4W2answered…5mos5MO

Depends on the crime, pedophiles and other of most evil crimes cant be restored but a simple shoplift can be

 @9QR5PJ7answered…5mos5MO

I support other alternatives to incarceration but restorative justice is a naive framework for justice.

 @9QFCN8Wanswered…5mos5MO

Yes, for criminals who committed non violent crimes and have shown they are willing to be rehabilitated

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