RUI cases and backlogs mean more youths tried in adult courts

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RUI cases and backlogs mean more youths tried in adult courts

Bill attempts to end "arbitrary cut-off date" of someone turning 18 during criminal justice process.

Date - 23rd February 2021
By - Gary Mason

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Teenagers who commit offences before they are 18 but are tried in adult courts because of delays caused by being released under investigation or court backlogs should be dealt with by youth courts according to MPs. Rob Butler, a member of the...

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