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restorative policing  

Definition

  • DefinitionRestorative policing is a problem-oriented, community style of policing that aims to resolve conflict in civil society more amicably and sensitively without always resorting to strict law enforcement. It calls on police officers to exercise their judgement and use negotiation and persuasion to resolve problems. [Source: The SAGE Dictionary of Policing; Restorative Policing]

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