BALANCED AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
The Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice System is a dynamic and ever-changing institution dedicated to serving the Commonwealth’s juvenile offenders, victims, communities, and families. Two key events in recent years have helped to conceptualize and define the purpose and duties of the Commonwealth’s juvenile justice system. First, in 1995, Act 33 was passed in which the goals of Balanced and Restorative Justice were established. These goals include community protection, accountability, and competency development. Second, in 2011, the Juvenile Justice System Enhancement Strategy was...
