Government pledges full review of Western Australia's struggling juvenile justice system
ABCWestern Australia's government says a comprehensive review of the state's juvenile justice system will deliver the best possible outcomes for both young offenders and the community. Key points: WA communities are still struggling with high youth crime rates Some feel that intervention is crucial and that detention is not deterring offenders Many have welcomed the review, but others feel it's not addressing the real problem Announced by Corrective Services Minister Bill Johnston on Tuesday, the review of the state's Young Offenders Act will focus on whether it is effectively rehabilitating and diverting juvenile offenders while also protecting the community. "Nothing like having a review/inquiry/royal commission rather than taking practical action on the significant issues identified by multiple reports in relation to the inhumane treatment of kids in prison," she said. "We're not seeing enough urgency put into the intervention that needs to occur … that's nothing to do with the justice system and all about the services that are being delivered on the ground."
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