The Chronicle - The International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates´ Journal on Justice & Children´s Rights
The Chronicle - the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (IAYFJM)´'s journal on Justice & Children´'s Rights is an interdisciplinary journal for scholars, activists and practitioners around the world aiming to improve the justice system schools, justice in the community, children´s social rights, public policies for children, integrative and coordinated approaches to justice, and public policies for children. ISSN 2414-6153
AIMJF COMPARATIVE AND COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH ON CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper analyzes comparatively 38 national reports on children below the age of criminal responsibility collected from members and collaborators of the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF). After a short exposition of the aims of the research and some methodological considerations, applicable international and regional standards are highlighted to introduce and guide specific analysis of 1) some general information regarding ages and capacity in local legislation; 2) age and capacity assessment both in case of application of ‘doli incapax’ and ‘delayed maturity’ rules or in case of lack of birth registration ; 3) the occurrence, nature and modalities of police intervention and the child’s rights in this context; 4) applicable measures to the child; 5) the procedure when applying these measures, the authorities involved and availability of alternative resolution mechanisms or procedures; 6) the occurrence and nature of child assessment when any measure is applied; 7) the child legal and procedural guarantees and his or her rights to challenge the measures; 8) the role of the justice system, if involved in this intervention, the nature of this involvement and specific rights of the child in this context; 9) supplementary support for the child; 10) the possibility, context and nature of child participation; 10) legal implications of the measures imposed, both regarding the child’s further involvement with the justice system, and the possibility and nature of the victims intervention in this process and finally 11) reforms in progress. Final conclusions and recommendations for the future intend to stimulate further international judicial dialogue and experience sharing
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CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN ARGENTINA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Argentina
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN AUSTRIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Austria
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN BERMUDA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Bermuda
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN BOLIVIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Bolivia.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN BRAZIL: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURES, PARTICIPATION
This document is part of a collaborative research project organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Magistrates (AIMJF) on children below the minimum age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures, the procedures adopted, the rights of the child, and their participation in the Protection and Justice System in Brazil.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN QUEBEC, CANADA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the minimum age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Québec, Canada
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN CHILE: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the minimum age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Chile
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE REPUBLIC OF CONGO: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in the Republic of Congo.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN CROATIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the minimum age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Croatia.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN CYPRUS: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Cyprus.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Dominican Republic
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN ECUADOR: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Ecuador.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN ENGLAND AND WALES: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in England and Wales
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN GERMANY: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Germany
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN HUNGARY: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Hungary.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE ISLE OF MAN: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in the Isle of Man.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN JAPAN: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Japan
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN LATVIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Latvia
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN LIBERIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Liberia
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN LUXEMBOURG: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Luxembourg.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN MALAYSIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Malaysia.
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CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN MALTA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Malta.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN MAURITIUS: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Mauritius.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN MEXICO: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Mexico
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN NORTH MACEDONIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in North Macedonia
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN NORWAY: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Norway
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN POLAND: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Poland.
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN PUERTO RICO: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Puerto Rico
CHILDREN BELOW THE MINIMUM AGE OF CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY IN ROMANIA: MEASURES, RIGHTS, PROCEDURE, PARTICIPATION
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on children below the age of criminal responsibility. The article explains the applicable measures and the procedure adopted, the child’s rights and his or her participation in the Protective and Justice System in Romania.