Restorative Justice Programme

Ministry of Justice · Island-Wide

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The Restorative Justice Programme, run under the Ministry of Justice, offers mediation between victims and offenders, community reparation, and dispute resolution as alternatives to formal court proceedings. Services are free and focus on repair, accountability, and reducing reoffending in participating communities. Website: moj.gov.jm.

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Website: https://moj.gov.jm

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Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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