Discussions are taking place around the world about lowering the age for juvenile delinquency... Economist: “Crime rate is rising and it is difficult for them to return to society.”
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On the 9th, at the fountain in front of the Blue House, members of children's rights civil society organizations such as Save the Children, Children's Rights Forum, and UNICEF Korean Committee said, 'We need to guarantee rights, not strengthen punishment.
On the 9th, at the fountain in front of the Blue House, members of children's rights civil society organizations such as Save the Children, Children's Rights Forum, and UNICEF Korean Committee said, 'We need to guarantee rights, not strengthen punishment. A press conference is being held ‘Support Prevention and Recovery – Call for the withdrawal of the lowering of the juvenile age.’ Reporter Lee Jun-heon Detective: While the plan to lower the age of minors (juveniles under the law) to under 13 is gaining speed, related discussions have been held in advance.
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Discussions are taking place around the world about lowering the age for juvenile delinquency... Economist: “Crime rate is rising and it is difficult for them to return to society.”
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President Lee, on discussion of lowering the standards for juvenile offenders, said, "It should be lowered."
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