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flag Victoria to let 14-year-olds face adult trials for violent crimes amid rising youth crime.

flag Victoria’s Labor government has introduced laws allowing children as young as 14 to be tried in adult courts for serious violent crimes like aggravated home invasion and carjacking, potentially facing life sentences. flag The move, aimed at increasing accountability and prioritizing community safety, follows a 15.7% rise in youth crime by mid-2025 and over 7,000 arrests of youths aged 10 to 17. flag The legislation, expected in parliament before year-end, removes the principle that jail should be a last resort and shifts sentencing to adult courts. flag It mirrors Queensland’s 2024 reforms. flag Critics warn the policy will disproportionately impact Aboriginal youth and urge investment in early intervention instead.

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