This study aims to explore the plausibility of the mediation system between victims and juvenile offenders. In-depth interviews were conducted with 2 judges, 3 expert scholars, and 2 probation officers, to evaluate whether the victim-offender mediation (VOM) system is plausible. The main findings include the following:
1. Although mediation serves the same function, the operation processes tend to be different due to different purposes of different types of cases.
2. Although VOM is different from the traditional mediation system, in practice compensation is still regarded as an important factor in mediation.
3. Placing VOM before the judiciary process, can enhance the effectiveness of mediation.
4. The professionalism of the facilitators in mediation is the key for the success of VOM.
5. The probation officer is the most suitable to serve as the evaluator.
6. Amendments in related laws can reduce the difficulties of the implementation of VOM system.
7. The integration of different resources is needed.
Finally, based on the research results, the following suggestions are proposed.
1. Victim-offender mediation is plausible in juvenile justice system.To implement the VOM system, amendments in laws are needed.
2. Related education and promotion for VOM is essential.
3. Training that strengthens facilitators’ professional skills is needed.
4. Integration of resources can improve the efficiency of justice system and enchance the trust of the public.
5. The government needs to integrate different resources and appropriately allocate the resources.
