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“A Hometown Approach to Crime.”

Pranis, Kay
June 4, 2015

Source: (1996) State Government News, Oct 96, Vol. 39 (9): 14.

Pranis looks at the growing community involvement in crime prevention in the United State. She contends that justice may have a new look in the 21st century, with a focus on victims’ involvement and community restoration. Participation of victims in solving crimes; Community service program for offenders; Use of restorative justice; Partnership between the community and the state.

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