Children and Young People (HSC SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What % of young people in Seen & Heard inquiry said police rarely treated them with enough respect?
What % of young people in Seen & Heard inquiry said police rarely treated them with enough respect?
78%
According to CROC Article 37(b), when should arrest of children be used?
According to CROC Article 37(b), when should arrest of children be used?
As a last resort
What age limit applies to young people accessing the Legal Aid Youth Hotline?
What age limit applies to young people accessing the Legal Aid Youth Hotline?
Under 18
Which offender group has the best chance for successful rehabilitation?
Which offender group has the best chance for successful rehabilitation?
Young offenders
What does research indicate about detention & harsh sentences for young people?
What does research indicate about detention & harsh sentences for young people?
Generally ineffective deterrents
What did Dr Weatherburn find about NSW Youth Justice Conferencing effectiveness?
What did Dr Weatherburn find about NSW Youth Justice Conferencing effectiveness?
No more effective than Children's Court
Approximately how many child labourers work worldwide?
Approximately how many child labourers work worldwide?
250 million
In 2012, how many children were estimated to be involved in armed conflict?
In 2012, how many children were estimated to be involved in armed conflict?
250,000 to 300,000
What is the current age of criminal responsibility in Australia?
What is the current age of criminal responsibility in Australia?
10 years
Until what age does recent research show adolescent brain development continues?
Until what age does recent research show adolescent brain development continues?
25 years