Youth crime refers to the actions of people under the age of 18. The Australian Institute of Criminology pay particular attention to youth offending and behaviour and sees our system combining both welfare and justice models, balancing principles of accountability and proportionality of sentence, minimising formal intervention and increasing opportunities for restorative justice and reintegration into the community.
Youth criminal activity includes theft, murder, rape, robbery, assault and the sale of illegal substances.
Youth criminal activity includes theft, murder, rape, robbery, assault and the sale of illegal substances.
The stereotype...
The truth is...
Myth Hardly a day goes by without us being reminded by newspapers, talk back
radio, or television that young people commit crimes. TruthMythHarsh punishments of youth offenders will prevent a further life of crime in adulthood. "They need to learn a tough lesson!"
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MythYoung people involved in crime is a growing problem and much worse
today than in the past. TruthMythSome kids are just 'bad' and need to be locked up.
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How do we treat young offenders in Australia?The Australian Government through the Attorney General's Office has a National Youth Policing Model that aims to reduce, prevent and respond to youth violence and antisocial behaviour.
How do they treat young offenders in the U.S.A?
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