This essay aims to clarify the restorative justice system and its objectives with regard to juvenile delinquency, while arguing the points for and against the system current and whether it is more appropriate or not. in the fight against juvenile delinquency. It will also define restorative justice as well as what is meant by conventional justice. Clearly explaining how and why these two systems have become an integral part of youth justice, while concluding that one or the other is more appropriate for dealing with youth delinquent behavior. “Restorative justice is a process by which parties affected by a specific offense collectively resolve how to deal with the consequences of the offense and its implications for the future” (Munchie, 2004). Restorative justice is a new way of thinking about and responding to crime, particularly as it relates to juvenile delinquency. In the last decade, in particular, there has been a growing interest in new approaches to criminal justice in general, but even more so in terms of juvenile delinquency and the search for an appropriate form of punishment to escape criminal justice. juvenile delinquency labeling, which involve the community and focus on juvenile delinquency. much more about the victim. Zehr (1990), who is considered one of the pioneers in favor of restorative justice, highlighted three questions posed when adopting a restorative approach: what is the nature of the harm resulting from the crime? What should we do to make things right or repair the damage? Who is responsible for this repair? He asserted that “crime is fundamentally a violation of people and interpersonal relationships.” He also emphasized that violations create obligations and responsibilities and that restorative justice seeks to heal and repair harm. Restorative juice...... middle of paper ...... rhyme. London: Sage Publications. Roche, D. (2003), Accountability in Restorative Justice, Oxford: University Press. White, R. & Haynes, F. (1996) Crime and Criminology: an introduction. Oxford University Press UK. Umbreit, M. & Bradshaw, W. & Coates, R. (1994) Victims of serious violence meet the offender: restorative justice through dialogue. International Journal of Victimology, 6, p321-344. Williams, K, S. (2001) Handbook of Criminology. (4th) edition. Oxford University Press UK. Wright, N. (1996). A Sociology of Apology and Reconciliation, Stanford: University Press. Young, M. (1999) Community Restorative Justice in the United States: A New Paradigm. International Journal of Victimology, 6, p265-277. Zehr, H. (1990) Changing Perspective: A New Direction for Crime and Justice. Herald Press USA.Acts Of ParliamentHuman Rights Act 1998 (c.53) London: HMSO