Because we in the Church believe in justice, we believe that all must be accountable for their crimes. We also believe in forgiveness, but that is present only when the criminal accepts the terms of said forgiveness.
The article on page 341 presents similar concepts, except in the context of information crimes. Where it discusses the problems with prosecution of criminals from other countries, this can be compared with accountability, and how some try to avoid that accountability. Also it can be interpreted as the way culture can influence our way of thinking to the point that we reject gospel principles because they go against what we have been taught by society.
The point the writer makes about corporations not prosecuting criminals is similar to how the world in its pride seeks to cover up transgressions. And the admonition against seeking to resolve things outside the judicial process brings to mind that we are not to seek revenge for crimes, but leave justice to God, for he will see that all justice is carried out.
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