Procedural Justice

Question 1

Fairness

Answer 1

The process must be impartial toward the accused. Also, Similar cases should be treated alike and different cases differently. The court must consider the facts and circumstances of case.

Question 2

Efficency

Answer 2

The process must be timely

Question 3

Clarity

Answer 3

The accused must understand the charges and the process.

Question 4

Restraint

Answer 4

Government Officials ( the police, prosecutor, judges, and correctional officers) must show self discipline in treatment of the accused.

Question 5

Accountability.

Answer 5

government officials must be held responsible for their actions.

Question 6

Participation

Answer 6

The accused must be allowed to play an active part in the process, and this process must be open to public scrutiny.

Question 7

Protection.

Answer 7

To guard the accused from harm, all procedures of government officials must be regulated.