Child Offenders to be Brought to Justice Faster
Source: Victoria. Attorney General. Media Release
"New legislation passed by Victorian Parliament’s Legislative Assembly will bring children before the courts faster and reduce the risk of them reoffending. Deputy Premier and Attorney-General Rob Hulls said the Criminal Procedure Bill 2008 would speed up the justice system by requiring police to commence Children’s Court proceedings within six months of a summary offence.“The six month time limit is a positive and essential step in the process of improving the criminal justice system, benefiting children, victims, their families and the Children’s Court,” Mr Hulls said. The Brumby Government is taking action to reduce court delays and considers it is essential to promptly respond to children who offend. "