Maharashtra’s deputy chief minister suggested lowering the legal age for defining ‘juvenile’ in criminal cases from 18 to 14. He argued that 17-year-olds are increasingly involved in serious crimes and are aware of their age-based immunity. He plans to discuss this with Union home minister Amit Shah and send a formal letter to the Centre.Maharashtra’s deputy chief minister suggested lowering the legal age for defining ‘juvenile’ in criminal cases from 18 to 14. He argued that 17-year-olds are increasingly involved in serious crimes and are aware of their age-based immunity. He plans to discuss this with Union home minister Amit Shah and send a formal letter to the Centre. …Read More
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