Social justice theorists argue that criminal justice should reflect social justice, linking the two concepts and requiring the criminal justice system to demonstrate fair and equal treatment of all persons under its control, with an emphasis on basic rights.

True/False

Answer: True

Explanation:

The principles of social justice are an essential part of all aspect of life and criminal justice is one.

There are four interrelated principles of social justice; equity, access, participation and basic

rights.

A focus on social justice aims to reduce criminal injustice.

Equity

• To ensure fair distribution of available resources across a society.

Access

• Ensure all people have access to goods and services regardless of gender, age and ethnicity etc.

Participation

• Enable people to participate in decisions which affect their lives.

Rights

• To protect individual liberties to information about circumstances that affect their life. Rights to fair trial.