Young Offenders Bill 1994 - Volume 1

Legislation Committee (1989 - 2001)· 1 December 1994general_report

This WA parliamentary committee report examines the Young Offenders Bill 1994. It highlights concerns regarding the Bill's impact on Aboriginal youth, inconsistencies in its objectives and principles, and specific clauses related to detention, cautions, justice teams, and sentencing. The committee was unable to complete a detailed review due to time constraints.

Impact

Young offenders, particularly Aboriginal youth, and the broader community are affected. The justice system, legal professionals, and organisations working with young people will also be impacted.

justiceindigenouspublic_sectorYoung Offenders Billjuvenile justiceWestern Australiaparliamentary committeeAboriginal youthdetentionsentencingrights of young personsjustice teamsRoyal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custodydiversionary programsboot camps

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