Tag: Juvenile Justice
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Understanding the Justification for Incarceration of Young Offenders
Introduction The topic of incarceration for young offenders has sparked intense debate among legal professionals, social workers, and the general public. The case of a young perpetrator, who fatally stabbed a victim just for being in the wrong place, is a stark reminder of the complexities surrounding youth crime. As highlighted by prosecutor Frédéric Scheidegger,…
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Internment Justified for Young Killer in Geneva
Background of the Case The recent trial in Geneva regarding the internment of a young killer has sparked significant public interest and debate. The youth is accused of brutally murdering a 22-year-old Portuguese man in a parking garage in the Charmilles area. As the case unfolds, the Geneva public prosecutor’s office has provided a stark…
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17-Year-Old Charged with Violence in Prison: ‘I Was Angry’
Introduction In a troubling case that highlights issues within the juvenile justice system, a 17-year-old male, an unaccompanied asylum seeker from Morocco, has been charged with violence in a Norwegian prison. This incident raises critical questions about the challenges faced by young immigrants and the implications of their past experiences on behavior. Background of the…