Which of the following is a principle of procedural justice?

• A. Give people a voice
• B. Favoritism
• C. Hidden motives
• D. Delayed explanations

Answer: (A)

Procedural justice is about how fair the process feels during a policing interaction. A fundamental element is giving people a voice—allowing them to express their side, ask questions, and be heard before decisions are made. This participation signals fairness, helps protect perceived neutrality, and builds trust, which in turn increases willingness to comply with lawful orders. The other options conflict with fair process: favoritism suggests bias; hidden motives indicate lack of transparency; delayed explanations leave people in the dark and undermine legitimacy. Because giving people a voice directly supports a fair, transparent process, it best embodies procedural justice.