Journal article
Restorative justice as diversion for adult offenders in Queensland, 1990–2021
Queensland Review, Vol.29(2), pp.107-119
2023
Abstract
This article provides a summary history and critique of the Queensland experience of restorative justice for adult offenders, with a focus on policy development and program implementation. It aims to identify key lessons to improve policy and implementation that may be transferrable to similar jurisdictions. Public source material was analysed to identify significant moments of change, including the launch of programs, the political rhetoric and commentary, as well as key activity data (e.g. referral rates). Results identified a significant lack of program uptake, with limited referral rates hindering the utilisation of restorative justice as an effective diversionary mechanism for adult offending in Queensland. In terms of both diversion and prevention, the study was restricted by a lack of data, indicating a significant practice and research gap, hence the need for enhanced research, increased application and greater transparency. Combined with a review of the literature, the results suggest the need for a greater focus on the welfare needs of victims and offenders to improve client and program outcomes, and reduce reoffending.
Details
- Title
- Restorative justice as diversion for adult offenders in Queensland, 1990–2021
- Authors
- Stephanie Price (Corresponding Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Law and SocietyTim Prenzler (Author) - University of the Sunshine CoastNadine McKillop (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Sexual Violence Research and Prevention UnitSusan Rayment-McHugh (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre - Legacy
- Publication details
- Queensland Review, Vol.29(2), pp.107-119
- Publisher
- Equinox Publishing Ltd.
- Date published
- 2023
- DOI
- 10.1558/qre.23950
- ISSN
- 2049-7792
- Organisation Unit
- Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre; School of Law and Society; Sexual Violence Research and Prevention Unit
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99725698602621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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