Indiana legal term
restorative justice services in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “restorative justice services” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Indiana criminal code.
What does “restorative justice services” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"restorative justice services" means services focused on repairing the harm caused to victims and the community as a result of a child's behavior. (Ind. Code § 31-37-8.5-1)
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