September 08, 2023
Wane Wharerau | The Paediatric Society of New Zealand Māori Director
Posted On September 8, 2023
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Amnesty International is petitioning to raise the criminal responsibility age in Aotearoa, as currently, 10 and 11-year-olds can face life sentences. The UN has said that 14 should be the absolute minimum age of criminal responsibility.
Amnesty International is petitioning to raise the criminal responsibility age in Aotearoa, as currently, 10 and 11-year-olds can face life sentences. The UN has said that 14 should be the absolute minimum age of criminal responsibility.