It is also known as balanced and restorative justice. Restorative judges consider the crime a serious offense. It causes damage to communities and relationships. The government's job is to make sure everyone is safe. The two important elements are accountability and community safety. Families want to live in a safe environment for themselves and their children. Accountability means demonstrating that justice is served to both the victim and the perpetrator. Victims should be reimbursed for stolen items and medical expenses. Through crime prevention, the government tries to reduce the crime rate. Offenders are told to act on their crime and plead guilty. The government's responsibility is to maintain order and ensure that justice is served. Restorative justice wants the community to be peaceful so that crime rates are