FAQs › Is Restorative Justice a support service?

Name: Restorative Justice - Hampshire & Isle of Wight
Telephone: 0800 043 8785

Restorative Justice is a supportive process but it is not a victim support service. It is to facilitate communication after a crime to hear the perspectives of those involved and to find a positive way forward. Practitioners can sign-post and/or refer individuals to appropriate services when required.

The Police and Crime Commissioner also provides funding for, and works in partnership with, a variety of organisations that support victims. Further details can be found on the Police and Crime Commissioner’s website- https://www.hampshire-pcc.gov.uk/victim-and-witness-support

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Case Studies

A Burglary In Southampton

"When the police told me about Restorative Justice, I was interested straight away and they referred me to the Restorative Justice service.

A Residential Burglary on the Isle of Wight

Three offenders entered a residential property on the Isle of Wight on numerous occasions during the evening and early morning, searched rooms, and stole property.

Assault Resulting in ABH

A male had intervened to prevent a domestic assault, and had himself been badly assaulted by the offender, causing ABH injuries.

Conditional Cautions and Restorative Justice

One evening in December 2023, Brad was driving along a motorway when a car indicated to join the carriageway from a slip road, causing him to swerve and brake.

Conspiracy to Burgle

This case was referred to our service via the Officer In Charge as the harmer had contacted him wishing to try to apologise to the harmed.

Indirect Restorative Justice Following Sexual Assault

A victim’s father-in-law sexually assaulted her during a family event.

Injury By Dangerous Driving

The offender, Sam*, had committed the offence of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Neighbours' Dispute

A neighbours’ dispute had been occurring between John*, who owned a house adjoining a public right of way, and Frank*, who was the son of the owner of a plot of land opposite John’s house, for many years.

Non-Recent Child Sexual Abuse

The offences against Joshua were of a sexual nature and were committed in the 1980s, when Joshua was aged between 10 and 15 years old.

Residential Burglaries in Hampshire

Watch this video about how Restorative Justice brought peace to a burglary victim.

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Restorative Conversation Following Theft

A restorative conversation took place with a victim following the theft of her pushchair, which was locked with a chain in the hallway of flats.

Road Rage Assault

The victim had been tailgated by the harmer, who then assaulted him after indicating for the victim to pull into a lay-by.

Rosalyn's Story

Rosalyn shares her experience of Restorative Justice.

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Theft From An Elderly Couple

An older couple were being looked after by their cousin, who stole over £7,000 from them.

Threat of Assault

An offender threatened a victim with a baseball bat outside his home.

Transphobic Comments

A victim received messages via Snapchat that were transphobic in nature and caused distress.

Using a Restorative Approach to Address Conflict in the Home

A son was displaying an increasing level of verbal and physical abuse within the home.

What People Say About Restorative Justice

The facilitators have been wonderful. I feel stronger than I did. I would really recommend Restorative Justice.

Debbie, victim

I hope that she would understand that I know what I’ve done was wrong and I’ve learnt from my actions.

Ryan, offender

I had my opportunity to discuss the incident and also to meet the offender in person.

Leighton, victim

To anyone considering restorative justice – I want you to know that it isn't about forgiving the unforgivable, and there was never any expectation of me to forgive. Sometimes, that simply isn't possible. For me, it was about facing the truth, taking back my voice, and finding a way to move forward without fear.

Kimberley, victim

It brought the feeling close as to how it would be as a victim of such a crime and I began to understand the emotional impact the feeling of betrayal had on the victim.

Offender

I still can't believe how much it helped and made us both feel lighter, we hadn't realised how much we needed to be able to say it out loud.

Harmed person's supporter

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your time, care and compassion, it has meant so much to us both and made an awful moment in our lives easier to cope and deal with.

Harmed person's supporter

I am pleased I did it, it feels like the offender has done his bit, apologised and we can now all draw a line under it. Everybody needs to be onboard and want to do it, if that occurs then the RJ process can work really well.

Victim

I think the conversations we have had have definitely helped me and allowed me to be heard.

Victim

What many people don't realise is how protective and carefully planned the process is. Nothing is rushed. Nothing is left to chance. Victims are protected every step of the way.

Victim

I went back to my cell and felt as if a massive weight was lifted off my shoulders.

Offender

I have learned a lot and I now know that there is a always hope and a chance to do things better. I am very pleased to have completed the RJ process.

Offender

FAQs › Is Restorative Justice a support service?

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A Burglary In Southampton

A Residential Burglary on the Isle of Wight

Assault Resulting in ABH

Conditional Cautions and Restorative Justice

Conspiracy to Burgle

Indirect Restorative Justice Following Sexual Assault

Injury By Dangerous Driving

Neighbours' Dispute

Non-Recent Child Sexual Abuse

Residential Burglaries in Hampshire

Restorative Conversation Following Theft

Road Rage Assault

Rosalyn's Story

Theft From An Elderly Couple

Threat of Assault

Transphobic Comments

Using a Restorative Approach to Address Conflict in the Home