#2019-950Ordinance no. 2019-950 of September 11, 2019, Establishing the Legislative Part of the Juvenile Criminal Justice Code
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This French law organizes how minors are handled in the criminal justice system. It sets up special procedures and jurisdictions specifically for handling criminal cases involving minors. The law focuses on rehabilitation and education while reducing the severity of penalties based on age. It affects minors accused of crimes, their families, and professionals in the juvenile justice system.
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Key Changes
- Introduces a specialized juvenile justice system with special procedures for minors.
- Focuses on the educational and moral rehabilitation of minors rather than punishment.
- Reduces penalties for offenders under 18, especially those under 13.
Obligations
What this law requires
Minors aged at least 13 years are presumed to be capable of discernment and may be held criminally responsible for crimes or offenses.
Judgments affecting minors must prioritize educational and moral rehabilitation, as well as prevent recidivism while protecting the interest of victims.
No penalty can be applied to minors under 13 years of age.
Crimes, offenses, and contraventions against minors must be handled by specialized courts or judges.
Minors facing prosecution or condemnation must be assisted by a lawyer, who the minor may choose.