Reintegration
/ˌriːɪntɪˈɡreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of restoring a person or entity to a former status, legal condition, or membership, often used in contexts of social, legal, or political rehabilitation.
The reintegration of refugees involves restoring their legal rights and social ties.
- (n.) In criminal law and penology, the act of facilitating an offender's return to lawful society after incarceration or punishment.
Successful reintegration programs reduce recidivism rates among released prisoners.
Forms
- reintegrations
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Commentary
Reintegration often denotes a legal and social process, especially in criminal justice and immigration law, emphasizing restoration of rights and status rather than mere return.
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