The institution of mediation in Polish criminal law

Abstract

The article deals with the issue of mediation in criminal matters in relation to the idea of restorative justice. Advantages and threats for the victim and offender resulting from the use of this alternative method of conflict resolution are indicated. It presents the procedure of mediation proceedings, the current legal status and the prospects of popularization of mediation at different stages of criminal proceedings.

Keywords

• restorative justice
• mediation
• criminal proceedings
• victim
• offender