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CRJU 229 - Introduction to Restorative Justice

3 Credits

(Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 101, CRJU 201, CRJU 202, and CRJU 203 This course provides an introduction to the principles of restorative justice and its application to the treatment of human suffering from crime and related social problems. It explores the needs and roles for key stakeholders (victims, offenders, communities), examines the values and assumptions of the movement, historical roots, and introduces students to some of the current programs at community, state, and international levels. In addition, this course offers a critical review of restorative justice including its theoretical origins, key principles and substantive practices, controversial issues, and future directions