The term "virtual reality" refers to a computer-generated, three-dimensional and interactive environment that allows the simulation of a real environment (Fox, Arena i Bailenson, 2009). Virtual simulations have been used in various fields such as medicine, psychology, education and the military industry to teach in a safe, protected and controlled environment. More serious discussion about the possibilities of using virtual reality technology in correctional rehabilitation has been launched only in the last few years. This paper explores the possibilities for virtual reality application in the treatment of offenders. The paper presents the successful application and proven potential of virtual reality technology in various fields, as well as the accelerated development of technology, which can serve as a source of information and as inspiration for criminal law practice. The central part of the paper presents the possibilities of applying virtual reality technology during risk assessment and criminogenic needs of offenders, treatment and resocialization. As the cognitive-behavioral approach in penal treatment proved to be one of the most effective, the possibilities of using it in a virtual environment were presented. Virtual reality can provide safe virtual environment and situations that may pose a risk or be impossible to create in the real life. The paper presents the advantages, disadvantages and challenges of using virtual technology as well as guidelines for the implementation of virtual technology systems in the treatment of offenders.