________ is an approach to corrective justice that focuses on meeting the needs of offenders as well as victims:

• A. Distributive Justice
• B. Restorative Justice
• C. Civil Justice
• D. Utilitarian Justice

Answer: (B)

Restorative justice is an approach to corrective justice that treats crime as harm done to people and relationships, not just a violation of rules. It focuses on repairing that harm by meeting the needs of both victims and offenders. The process usually involves accountability from the offender, opportunities for them to make amends (such as apologies, restitution, or community service), and mechanisms for reintegration with the community. The goal is healing, restoring trust, and reducing the likelihood of future harm, rather than simply imposing punishment.

Distributive justice concerns fair distribution of resources. Civil justice deals with disputes between private parties in legal settings, not the harm-repair process between victim and offender. Utilitarian justice centers on maximizing overall social welfare, which is a broader criterion and not specifically about addressing the needs of those harmed by a crime.