This article gives an overview of how contemporary restorative practices emerged in Europe. It presents the roots of restorative approaches, sheds light on the key development in different European countries and regions, and discusses the adoption of different legal frameworks for the implementation of restorative justice services. Finally it also explores the current situation. The article was written by Ivo Aertsen for our website

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The idea of restorative justice and how it developed in Europe