Back to RJ Archive

Circle sentencing harsher than jail.

McKeen, Scott
June 4, 2015

Source: (2007) Edmonton Star Journal. Wednesday, 06 June.

This newspaper article shares the perspective of the reporter who observed a community conference related to the death of a teenage boy as result from a prank. It describes the powerful interaction among the participants and forgiveness.

Tags:

ConferencesCourtsFamiliesNorth America and CaribbeanPoliceRJ in SchoolsRJ OfficeStatutes and LegislationStoryTeachers and Students
Support the cause

We've Been Restoring Justice for More Than 40 Years

Your donation helps Prison Fellowship International repair the harm caused by crime by emphasizing accountability, forgiveness, and making amends for prisoners and those affected by their actions. When victims, offenders, and community members meet to decide how to do that, the results are transformational.

Donate Now