16-year-old's in-custody death highlights systemic issues in Australia's youth justice system.
Australia's youth justice system faces scrutiny due to systemic failings, particularly highlighted by a recent inquest into a 16-year-old's death in custody. Despite evidence showing that lowering the age of criminal responsibility and increasing imprisonment does not enhance community safety, these measures disproportionately affect First Nations youth. Experts advocate for raising the minimum age of criminal responsibility and focusing on educational alternatives to reduce incarceration rates and systemic racism.
September 02, 2024
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