Demerit points bill oversimplifies youth justice system, exp

Demerit points bill oversimplifies youth justice system, expert says


Demerit points bill oversimplifies youth justice system, expert says
14 Jan, 2021 11:35 PM
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Criminal justice advocate Sir Kim Workman with his book, Journey Towards Justice. Photo / Wairarapa Times-Age
Wairarapa Times-Age
By: Soumya Bhamidipati
A proposed demerit point system for young offenders concerns some experts, as public submissions on the bill remain open until February.
The Oranga Tamariki [Youth Justice Demerit Points] Amendment Bill described the demerit system, stating it would "identify, deter, and penalise repeat offending", while also working to "increase accountability and transparency within the youth justice system".
Wairarapa-born criminal justice advocate Sir Kim Workman said there were several reasons why the proposed bill was problematic.

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