Juvenile Justice Act of 2015: A Comprehensive Reform
A Deeper Look into the Evolution and Implications of India's Juvenile Justice System
Replacing the Juvenile Justice Act of 2000
The Juvenile Justice Act of 2015 replaced its predecessor, theJuvenile Justice Act of 2000, in response to the need for a more robust and effective justice system for juveniles.
Reinforcing the Juvenile Justice Approach
The new law reinforces the approach of the juvenile justice system to children in conflict with the law as well as children in need of care and protection.
Juvenile Justice in India: The Legal Framework
In India, a juvenile or a child is defined as any person who is below the age of 18 years, according to the legal framework governing justice for juveniles.
Supreme Court Ruling
The Hon'ble Supreme Court upheld the decision of lower courts to convict the accused in a case but also observed that the accused falls into the category of juveniles.
Juvenile Justice System: An Overview
The juvenile justice system is a set of laws, policies, and procedures intended to regulate the processing and treatment of nonadult offenders for violations of the law.
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