The Resolution Sphere

The programmes, services and institutions that make cooperative and adjudicative conflict resolution processes available are referred to as the Resolution Sphere.

Overview

The Resolution Sphere consists of all the contributing parts of the Network that are involved in responding to crime.

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Investigation

The purpose of investigation of crime is to identify the affected parties, the harm that resulted and the action needed to address that harm.

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Cooperative Resolution

Most criminal cases in RJ City are addressed by the parties cooperatively.

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Adjudicated Resolution

Cases are adjudicatively resolved when the accused denies responsibility, the victim or accused choose not to participate cooperatively, the offender has repeatedly failed to follow through on agreements reached in cooperative processes, or the parties are not able to agree on all matters (e.g., the amount of restitution) in the cooperative process.

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Categories of Crime

RJ City has a criminal code that proscribes intentional acts that cause or threaten harm to victims and/or communities.

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Program Evaluation

At the conclusion of either cooperative or adjudicative resolution processes, all parties are asked about their experience in order to ensure quality, fairness, and a restorative atmosphere.

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