Course Code: CRIM 4000
Academic Year: 2024-2025
This course will explore the various conceptions and philosophies of restorative justice as a promising alternative to the conventional justice model. This course will outline the historical, anthropological, and theological roots of the restorative paradigm by charting the evolution of theory and practice, and critical points of intersection. The historical context of restorative justice is a complex milieu of competing theoretical perspectives. In order to derive a sufficiently nuanced understanding of the restorative paradigm, this class will critically assess both the practical efficacy and challenges of restorative justice in contrast to prevailing legal frameworks.