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Facing Violence: The Path of Restorative Justice and Dialogue
Mark S. Umbreit, Betty Vos, Robert B. Coates and Katherine A. Brown
(Paperback)
2003, 395 pages
ISBN: 1-881798-45-3
$35.00

Can restorative justice be successful even in the most serious violent crime cases? This in-depth study by a University of Minnesota research team evaluates pioneering programs in Texas and Ohio, which use mediation/dialogue techniques in homicides, rapes and other cases involving severe violence. Findings indicate that these programs have enabled both victims (and/or their surviving family members) and offenders to rebuild lives shattered by devastating violent crimes.

Extensive empirical findings document positive program impacts on participating victims and offenders, restitution payments, recidivism, and costs. Dramatic case studies bring to life the participants and their interactions. Research-based policy and practice guidelines are offered to aid program planning.

Mark S. Umbreit is the founder and director of the Center for Restorative Justice & Peacemaking at the University of Minnesota School of Social Work. Betty Vos and Robert B. Coates are senior research associates at the center, and Katherine A. Brown is a mental health administrator for the Ohio Department of Corrections.

“…essential reading for serious students and professionals of both restorative justice and victim assistance.” Marlene A. Young, National Organization of Victim Assistance

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