Cooperative justice?

Question

I just need few things clearified:

1. What exactly does cooperative justice mean?
2.When did the issue of retributive vs. cooperative justice arise and why did it come to the attention of the public?

Thanks so much!

Answer 1

Not taking a position either way.......... but here is a lot of info to get you started:

http://www.cooperative-society.org/

Answer 2

1. Cooperative justice is the legal system when the court process fail many people in that they do not allow the victim's side to have a voice. The offender is punished by the law, but victims often feel unfulfilled. The conferencing process allows victims and their families to do what can't be done in court, that is, have the opportunity to face the offender directly and express their emotions and describe how the crime has impacted on their life.

2.People who have experienced the impact of violence, road trauma or crime on their lives can be empowered to move forward through a 'Cooperative Justice Conference' (also known as 'Restorative' Justice Conference).