Restorative Justice Is a Recent Approach to Justice in North

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Essay

Restorative justice is a recent approach to justice in North America. Describe its history in Japan. Describe the relevance of the work of Braithwaite and Hechter and Kanazawa.

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Definitions:

Foreign Arbitral Awards

Judgments or decisions made in arbitrations held in a foreign country, which are recognized and can be enforced in other jurisdictions under certain international treaties.

Recognition

The acceptance or acknowledgment of something as valid, legal, or official.

Mediation

A conflict resolution technique involving a neutral third party who helps disputing parties reach a voluntary agreement.

Binding Ruling

A final and enforceable decision given by a legal authority, which all involved parties must adhere to.