MENTAL MODEL · M2564

Restorative Justice

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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Crime is not only a violation of the law (offending the state), but also harm to interpersonal relationships and the community. Justice should not only focus on 'punishing the offender', but on repairing the trauma of the victim and restoring the harmony of the community. Emphasizes dialogue, apology, and compensation.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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- Conflict resolution: In team management, when an employee makes a mistake, simple fines (punitive justice) often lead to resentment. Try a 'restorative meeting' where the offender faces affected colleagues and rebuilds trust through apology and remedy.

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Treat crime/harm as an infringement on people and relationships, not merely a violation of state norms. The goal of justice is repair—letting the offender face the victim, acknowledge responsibility, apologize and compensate, restoring relationships and community harmony, rather than simple retribution. Based on 'reintegrative shaming' and dialogue, reducing recidivism and promoting healing.

MINIMUM ACTION

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Practice this model in one real situation:

Convene the offender, victim, and community representatives
Let each party state the impact and feelings (dialogue rather than confrontation)
The offender takes responsibility and negotiates a remedy plan (compensation/service)
Follow up on fulfillment to rebuild trust
When used in organizational conflicts, similarly: hold a 'restorative meeting' instead of simple punishment.

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