Conference on restorative criminal justice successful

TDT | Manama

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An international gathering on restorative criminal justice has drawn to a close in Bahrain, shining a light on the country’s growing influence in modern justice practices.

Over two days, experts and officials from across the globe met at the Gulf Hotel to share experiences and explore approaches to reform.

The event, titled “Promoting Restorative Criminal Justice – An Insight into the Evolution of Criminal Justice Administration Patterns”, was organised by the Public Prosecution in partnership with the Ministry of Interior, Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, and the Institute of Judicial and Legal Studies.

Representatives from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime also took part.

Leader

Bahrain’s role as a leader in restorative justice was a central theme.

Discussions covered the implementation of the Restorative Justice for Children Law, the development of criminal mediation programmes, and the use of orders for minor offences to reduce the burden on traditional courts.

These efforts were held up as a practical model that could influence approaches in other countries. Experts stressed the need for collaboration and the sharing of knowledge between countries to meet the growing challenges facing justice systems.

Legal frameworks

Delegates urged governments to revisit and update their legal frameworks, ensuring they include more opportunities for restorative measures and reflect the best global practices.

The conference ended with a series of recommendations aimed at strengthening restorative justice systems.