Criminal Responsibility, YPs and Crime

Outline two arguments for raising the age of criminal responsibility in Australia.

How could it be argued that the enforcement of the law towards young people is discriminatory?

Which of the following is an example of a non-legal organisation?

• Courts

• A parliamentary review

• The media

• A Royal Commission

What is the ultimate aim of the Young Offender's Act (NSW)?

• Retribution

• Retaliation

• Rehabilitation

• Relaxation

How does the Young Offender's Act (NSW) allow young people to have second chances?