SA Youth Justice Administration Act 2016 Review (2024)
What was at stake
Review of SA youth justice legislation
What the court decided
Parliamentary review found SA legislation outdated and punitive compared to other jurisdictions. Recommended raising the age to 14, closing Kurlana Tapa, and transitioning to community-based therapeutic model.
How the court got there
The Committee reasoned that the existing SA legislation was inconsistent with contemporary youth justice principles and practices observed in other jurisdictions. This comparative analysis highlighted its outdated and punitive nature, necessitating a shift towards a more therapeutic, community-based model and aligning with evolving international standards for the age of criminal responsibility.
Statutes and cases cited
- § Youth Justice Administration Act 2016 (SA)
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