Authors Mark S. Umbreit and Mark Carey discuss adopting restorative ju
stice as a mission for correctional agencies. They explain how agencie
s can prepare for fundamental changes in the way they do work, focusin
g particularly on the restorative justice planning process undertaken
by the Dakota County (Minnesota) Community Corrections Department. The
authors stress the importance of understanding what a restorative jus
tice agency really is and of involving all staff members in the planni
ng process.