In broad daylight: a prefect was involved in a shootout with motorcycle thieves, getting shot three times and injuring a 16-year-old thief
A police officer in Argentina was shot three times during a confrontation with armed motorcycle thieves, resulting in the arrest of two suspects, one of whom was a 16-year-old.
The Tax and Customs Board responded to camp organizers: we must treat all taxpayers, including camp organizers, equally according to the law
The Estonian Youth Camp Organizers Association is seeking urgent clarification from the Tax and Customs Board and the Ministry of Finance regarding VAT taxation of children's and youth camps.
A girl injured a young man with a knife in Panevėžys
A girl in Panevėžys reportedly injured a young man with a knife during a conflict, leading to an investigation and the arrest of the alleged perpetrator.
Community Police: 'We easily forget the girls'
A local police officer discusses the approach taken by law enforcement to address youth drug use and the importance of engaging with young women in these situations.
The law will require municipalities to apply funding criteria to private sports schools as well, but Sigulda rejects the equal approach
The municipality of Sigulda has rejected a demand from residents to fund a private football school on the same principles as municipal sports schools, amid concerns of political reluctance to address the issue.
Youth launches a mailbox for interns to report labor exploitation anonymously
The Spanish government has initiated a new anonymous reporting system for interns to report labor exploitation, alongside a pending law aimed at improving internship conditions.
Twelve new offences added to QLD 'adult crime, adult time' policy
Queensland has introduced twelve new serious offences under its 'adult crime, adult time' policy, which enables youth offenders convicted of serious crimes to be prosecuted as adults.
The main points of the new juvenile criminal regime: guarantees, penalties, and budget allocation
Argentina's Senate has approved a new juvenile criminal regime that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14, establishing new legal guarantees and penalties for minors.
12, 13 or 14 years? How much has the age of criminal responsibility been lowered with the new law approved
Argentina's Senate approved a new juvenile criminal justice system that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14 years.
Poland is preparing a law that would ban social networks for children under 15
Poland is drafting legislation aimed at prohibiting social media access for children under the age of 15.
A more flexible law encourages young people to try working earlier
The Estonian government has approved changes to the employment contract law that simplify the rules regarding youth employment, aimed at providing better opportunities for young people to gain work experience and establish work habits.
"I'm going to buy champagne to celebrate the death of a police officer," he said after murdering a prison officer
A 15-year-old boy was arrested for the murder of federal prison officer Alberto Javier Ávalos during a robbery in Argentina, having reportedly announced plans to celebrate the officer's death.
Youth Criminal Law: Moving Forward is not an Option, it is a Necessity
The article discusses the recent legislative progress in Argentina regarding the modification of the Youth Criminal Law, emphasizing the necessity for reforms to address serious crimes committed by minors.
Disappearance of a Minor from Patras: 16-Year-Old Laura Located in Germany
Sixteen-year-old Laura, who had been missing for about a month and a half, has been found in Germany after traveling from Patras to Frankfurt.
Government allows demanding more working hours from children
The Estonian government plans to change laws to require children to work more hours and receive less time off.
National Defense Training Will Also Be Available to Distance Learning Students
Latvia's Saeima has approved amendments to the National Defense Training and Youth Guard law, extending the program's availability to all high school students, including those in distance learning programs, starting next school year.
The State Defense Course is also Introduced in Distance Learning and Non-formal Education
The Latvian government will make the State Defense Course mandatory for all high school students, including those in distance learning and non-formal education, starting September 1, 2024.
Assembly approves dual training law amid alerts of constitutional flaws
Ecuador's National Assembly has approved a dual training law aimed at enhancing education-employment alignment, despite concerns about its constitutionality and potential impact on youth labor conditions.
National Assembly processes law that prohibits the use of social media before the age of 15
Ecuador's National Assembly is considering a law to prohibit children under 15 from using social media to protect their integrity and reduce risks associated with premature exposure to inappropriate content and cyberbullying.
President Yoon: 'Let's Decide on the Age of Criminal Responsibility in Two Months, Is it 12 or 13?'
South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol suggested collecting public opinions before deciding whether to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 14 to 13 years in two months time.
Law banning shows promoting crime at youth events comes into effect in Rio Branco
A new municipal law in Rio Branco prohibits events aimed at youth that promote organized crime, drug use, or violence.
Raising the Youth Age Threshold to 30 Years
Latvia's parliament has approved amendments to the Youth Law, extending the definition of youth from 25 to 30 years old and enhancing local government responsibilities for youth work.
In Klaipeda, police caught a minor carrying a drug shipment
A minor was apprehended in Klaipeda while transporting a suspected drug shipment from abroad, leading to an ongoing criminal investigation.
WITNESSES REMAIN SILENT ⟩ Tartu drug case reveals the secret world of youth: Snapchat deals and large amounts of cash
A recent court session in Tartu examined drug offenses involving a group of young individuals accused of illegal drug handling and money laundering, but witnesses declined to provide testimony.
The Path that the ‘Crisis Youth and Children Law’ Must Take
The article discusses the newly established Crisis Youth and Children Law in South Korea, focusing on its implementation and the challenges faced by youth centers.
Starmer vows to fast-track social media law but says under-16s ban not definite
Keir Starmer has promised quicker action on regulating young people's access to social media but has not committed to a complete ban for those under 16.
The role of CIEPA in social reintegration: how are minors in conflict with the law addressed?
The article discusses the challenges and measures in Mexico's juvenile justice system in addressing minors involved in crimes, highlighted by a recent case of a teacher's murder reportedly by her underage daughter and son-in-law.
Youth Protection Debacle: Porn-Free Freedom
A German court ruling states that the media authority cannot order internet service providers to block access to pornographic websites, highlighting failures in youth protection laws in Germany.
After the half sanction in Deputies, Cúneo Libarona defended the Youth Criminal Law: "It's not about killing the kid, it's about giving another opportunity"
Argentinian Justice Minister Mariano Cúneo Libarona defended the government's proposed youth criminal law following its preliminary approval in the Chamber of Deputies, indicating that the focus is on rehabilitation rather than punishment.
Drugs Found on Minor in Radviliškis
In Radviliškis, Lithuania, police discovered drugs on a minor and a young adult during a routine check.
Main points of the new juvenile criminal regime: guarantees, penalties, and budget allocation
The newly approved juvenile criminal regime in Argentina proposes to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14 years, introducing various legal guarantees for minors.
Youth Penal Reform in Congress, LIVE: the debate in Congress to lower the age of accountability, this February 12
A bill to reform juvenile penal law by lowering the age of accountability to 14 will be debated in the Argentine Chamber of Deputies.
Tension in the Streets of Venezuela on Youth Day While Amnistía Law is Debated
Students marched in the streets of Venezuela on Youth Day, demanding respect for their rights and the representation of their desires amidst ongoing political unrest.
Police experience perplexes: in 15 out of 18 cases, minors not only distributed pornography but also created it themselves
The Lithuanian police report that in a majority of recent cases, minors have both produced and circulated pornography among themselves.
Criminal Offense for Fun. "There is an increase in violent experiences among children," says Chief State Attorney Bradáčová
Lenka Bradáčová, the Chief State Attorney of Czechia, discusses the rising trend of violence among children and addresses concerns about recent legal issues involving the government and law enforcement communication.
Florida sheriff's office buys ice cream truck with money seized from drug dealers, gives free treats to kids
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is using drug money to fund an ice cream truck that distributes free treats to children in the community.
No to Allowing Prosecutors to Make Decisions on LVU
A government-commissioned investigation warns against granting prosecutors the authority to decide on the immediate care of children under the care of youth law (LVU).
In the face of youth violence, "the excuse of minority should be abolished," pleads Gérald Darmanin
French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin advocates for abolishing the legal leniency granted to minors who commit crimes, emphasizing the need for stricter consequences.
Youth Arrested 45 Years After Stealing Wheat Worth 100 Rupees
A man was arrested in Madhya Pradesh for stealing wheat worth 100 rupees, a crime he committed 45 years ago when he was just 20 years old.
Letters from Readers: Age of Responsibility, What is Missing, Increases in the Province
The article presents readers' letters discussing the lowering of the age of criminal responsibility in Argentina and associated societal issues.
A child escaping from a child protection institution is physically untouched – a law change seeks to change that
Proposed changes to Finnish child protection law would grant workers in child protection institutions greater authority to detain children who leave without permission.
In the face of youth delinquency, it is necessary to "ask the question" of abolishing the excuse of minority, says Laurent Nuñez
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez calls for a reconsideration of the legal principle that reduces prison sentences for juvenile offenders amidst increasing youth delinquency.
How can 15-year-old Viljami use a museum car for his school trips? The law allows it
Fifteen-year-old Viljami drives a 1929 Ford A-model, registered as a tractor, which permits him to drive with a tractor license.
Readers: “At 22, he graduated as a lawyer and economist"
The article highlights the achievements of a 22-year-old who has graduated in both law and economics.
At twelve in court – how the CSU wants to combat juvenile crime
The CSU is proposing a new approach to tackle juvenile crime, despite the political challenges of lowering the age of criminal responsibility in Germany.
Legal Experts Do Not Believe That 11-Year-Olds Can Be Considered Youth
Legal experts in Lithuania have concluded that designating 11-year-olds as youth may conflict with existing laws regarding minors and their associated rights.
Argentina approves a law that would have prevented Messi from representing the national team
Argentina has enacted a law requiring young talents to sign professional contracts with local clubs before moving to Europe, a rule that could have barred Lionel Messi from playing for the national team.
"The perception that even those under 14 know what is right and wrong"
The debate over lowering the age of criminal responsibility to twelve is gaining momentum in Germany, spurred by the belief that children as young as twelve or thirteen can discern right from wrong.
Teen's 'hooligan plan' in Klaipėda: slipped into the toilet with a firecracker and lighter in hand
A teenage boy in Klaipėda was involved in an incident where he threw a firecracker into a toilet, resulting in an investigation by law enforcement.
Survey: Do Poles want a ban on social media for teenagers?
Polish lawmakers are considering implementing age restrictions on social media use among teenagers to protect them from negative influences and dependencies.