alternative methods of conflict resolution

Social relations at different times have been filled with misunderstandings and contradictions. Since the emergence of society, its development, and especially, in times of socio-political, economic and cultural transformational changes, conflicts have been inevitable. Clashes and wars caused by ideological, ethnic, territorial, resource and other contradictions have arisen throughout the historical development of mankind.

The article discusses mediation as one of the forms of restorative justice. Mediation is a modern way of responding to unlawful behavior without resorting to court. This approach promotes a balance of interests between society, the victim, and the offender. It is noted that mediation in criminal proceedings has a positive aspect associated with reducing the judicial workload, reducing the costs of maintaining convicted individuals.