§ 34. Mr. Temple-Morrisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he is satisfied with the powers of juvenile courts to deal with offenders under the age of 10 years.
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§ Mr. JohnIt is conclusively presumed in law that no child under the age of 10 years can be guilty of any offence. Young children whose behaviour suggests that they are in need of care and control may be brought before the juvenile court in care proceedings. I am satisfied that the juvenile courts have adequate powers available to deal with these children.