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This paper is based on an analysis of the protection of the best interests of children whose parents are serving prison sentences in the Republic of Serbia. The research aims to identify mechanisms and legal frameworks directed towards their protection, particularly through the application of the principle of the best interests of the child. Through an analysis of relevant laws and legal standards concerning the rights of the child and individuals serving prison sentences, the paper identifies challenges that these children face during their upbringing. The research results indicate insufficiently clear definition of the principle of the best interests of the child, especially regarding the preservation of regular direct contacts between children and parents serving prison sentences. The importance of improving collaboration between professionals in the field of social welfare and the criminal justice system is emphasized, along with their continuous education to ensure adequate support and protection for this vulnerable group. In this regard, there is an indicated need for improvement of laws and policies related to children with parents in prison to ensure effective legal protection and support in the implementation of the principle of the best interests.

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The aim of the paper is to present the views of the doctrine on the mediation and the benefits it brings to the victim, the perpetrator and society. The paper analyses the significance of implementation of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2012/29. This document, devoted to victims’ rights protection, has had significant impact on introducing restorative justice provisions into the Polish Code of Criminal Procedure of 1997. The paper discusses effectiveness of mediation in the Polish criminal procedure. It also examines statistical data collected from Polish courts regarding mediation. The conclusion is that mediation does not constitute a competitive institution towards the traditional judicial system which still remains the only „supplier“ of cases for mediation in criminal matters in Poland.

Ayelala is a popular deity in the western part of Nigeria. The deity is well known for its efficacy in punishing offenders of law and order when invoked. With 52 participants, this study investigated whether Ayelala should be incorporated into Nigeria Criminal Justice and political Systems. A total of 94% of the participants agreed in one form or the other that the deity is very efficient in punishing offenders of law and order when invoked. For its inclusion in Nigeria Criminal Justice System, 54% wanted it to be included and implemented. The study, therefore, recommended that survey should be conducted in Nigerian society on whether traditional criminal justice system like Ayelala should be included in the Modern Criminal Justice System or not. If the people so desired that it should be included, government should take steps towards the implementation of the decision of the people. Other recommendations are discussed in this paper.

Ayelala is a popular deity in the western part of Nigeria. The deity is well known for its efficacy in punishing offenders of law and order when invoked. With 52 participants, this study investigated whether Ayelala should be incorporated into Nigeria Criminal Justice and political Systems. A total of 94% of the participants agreed in one form or the other that the deity is very efficient in punishing offenders of law and order when invoked. For its inclusion in Nigeria Criminal Justice System, 54% wanted it to be included and implemented. The study, therefore, recommended that survey should be conducted in Nigerian society on whether traditional criminal justice system like Ayelala should be included in the Modern Criminal Justice System or not. If the people so desired that it should be included, government should take steps towards the implementation of the decision of the people. Other recommendations are discussed in this paper.