[Margaret Pilkington]

There is a report in the newspapers today that suggests that young offenders...robbers, muggers etc who are reliant on drugs, or who can prove that they have a drink or gambling problem are to be let off with a caution.....a 'final' warning(though how many of these will get more that one final warning is anyones guess).
The police may impose conditions......such as attendance at a substance abuse course....or community service of unpaid work.

Do you consider that this is justice for the victims of these crimes?
Do you think it is a soft option for the offenders?
Will it stop re-offending?